This year, the government is spending $840 million on nuclear energy. The figures are correct. I quoted them in the minister's presence the other day, and he did not contradict me. Security is involved. Of course, if we did not have nuclear energy, we would not need security. Research and oversight are also involved.
Why does nuclear energy need $840 million? It would be fantastic to invest $1 billion per year in hydroelectric energy. Did you know that the hydroelectric dams are going to increase their output by 40% without building other dams, simply by changing the turbines? That is going to cost $10 billion in Quebec. The province would like to receive $1 billion per year too.
Why does Atomic Energy of Canada and your 72 companies receive $840 million each year? Why do you need it?