Mr. Chairman, it is difficult to give an answer based on a particular case. If you send me the specific information, I will try to provide an answer for you. When you say that you heard from my office, are you referring to the minister's office, or the department? It is a little confusing.
I said that a lot of money would be provided, including for Quebec. For example, last November, I was in Quebec and I announced the injection of $10 million for prevention programs that would target youth in particular. In January, I also made an announcement of $356,550 to help aboriginal parents steer their children away from a life of crime. In January, once again, I provided a large sum of money to support the National Crime Prevention Centre.
With all due respect, for every unhappy group that you have mentioned, I can tell you about one that is extremely satisfied.
We don't have enough money to cover all of the requests. However, we do have criteria. The project must be local, because we don't know, here in Ottawa, what all of the requirements might be. It is not up to us to tailor a program to a specific region. Moreover, the program must work. That is why I have one question that I ask about each program: Does it work? What works?
Then we will determine whether or not there is enough money for research.... But I want programs that will work on the ground. I can assure you that there are no programs waiting my signature in my office at this time. However, there are still programs in the departments, and they are awaiting the final review.
Last week I asked the department for a progress report on the Quebec programs. I was told that at least ten are now ready, but they have not yet made their way to my office. I think you will have word on them soon.