Thank you very much, Minister, for coming here today. I really appreciate it.
Before we get going into the softwood issue, I have another quick question for you.
We heard from witnesses at our last meeting about another emerging problem. They said the environmental assessment can take at least three, and up to 10 years for new mineral projects. Under the CUSMA deal, we only have a three-year grace period before there's a requirement to regionally source 75% of lithium for our batteries. At this rate, with your government's plan for electric vehicles, how will Canada not get hit with more tariffs for another developing industry?