Thank you, Madam Chair.
I want to start with Mr. Robertson. Any other panellist who wants to can chime in as well.
We've been talking about the critical minerals component, and you'll be aware that Minister Wilkinson launched the critical minerals strategy within the last seven to 10 days. The fall economic statement, or Bill C-32, which we were just voting on a few days ago, talks about an increase in the mineral exploration tax credit, with the rate going from 15% to 30%.
Is that an appropriate baseline for the rate to be set at? Do you think there's room for further improvement to harness exactly what we've been talking about, which is competing with the Chinas of the world in the race for critical minerals? Does this also include capitalizing on not just extracting them but also getting to the point where we're processing, refining and even manufacturing batteries themselves here in Canada?
I'll start with Mr. Robertson, and then if anyone else wants to chime in, they can. Thanks.