I want to begin by saying that, here in this Committee, we have to be prepared to tell it like it is. The truth seems to shock the members on the opposite side of the House.
Since you, the Conservatives, took office, you have slashed Radio-Canada's budget, which is really unfortunate, because it is a Crown corporation.
You are a Crown corporation, and you have a presence all across English- and French-speaking Canada. To me, that is extremely important. It is totally illogical to take away Radio-Canada's ability to broadcast its programming in Quebec. That effectively means that 7.5 million television viewers who could watch your programs are unable to do so. That further reduces your television viewing audience.
If CTV has made overtures to you, it is because it needs you. It is clear that they know they will not be able to provide coverage all across the country. Otherwise, they would not continue to try and negotiate with you.