Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Labonté, as you know, disasters like those we saw in Fukushima, Three Mile Island and Chernobyl happen from time to time, despite the fact that these are very unexpected and unfortunate events. That is an undeniable fact. Such situations place the environment and public health at risk. In short, the repercussions are huge. Taxpayers may be liable for these repercussions for decades to come. Here in Canada, we have been very lucky so far.
I would like to hear about the worst case scenario you have imagined that could take place in Canada. What are the potential costs of such an accident in the worst case scenario? Do you know how much the three greatest global catastrophes cost, those being Fukushima, Three Mile Island and Chernobyl? Could you also provide us with information as to whether we have had accidents or near misses here in Canada?