I hope that won't be part of my time. We're restarting the clock.
Minister, I'm pleased to meet you for the first time in committee.
This situation has considerable impact on the organizations. We know it, we feel it and we see it everywhere on the ground. People come to see me at my riding office. We often receive people who come to see us directly so that we can pass on their complaints about the lack of funding, in particular. I've seen lay-offs and I've seen people use their credit cards. It makes no sense; it's unacceptable.
Some way should also be found to reimburse them for the interest they have had to pay out of their pockets. You'll have to take an in-depth look at that. I don't know how you'll do it, but find a way. This isn't a new problem. It's been going on since 1973-1975. We're talking about 30 or 35 years that these organizations have been fighting for funding. It makes no sense.
I'm pleased to hear that there will be multi-year agreements. However, something troubles me a great deal. Some organizations file applications for $10,000, $15,000 or $20,000, and others request $500,000.
Is there any difference between the two from a red tape standpoint? Can you answer briefly because I don't have a lot of time.