The distribution of awards is based strictly on the applicants we receive. One of our issues is that for many years, until just recently, we were only accepting applications in English, so that could have been a detriment to early-career investigators.
We have supported investigators from over 30 different institutions across Canada. On a per cent basis in terms of population, I would say we're doing reasonably well in terms of distribution.
There was the language issue, which we have now fixed, and we can accept applications and review in both languages. Also, I would say that Quebec is much better at supporting their early-career investigators than the other provinces. You have a long-standing granting agency that has been quite supportive, and that may also be part of the equation here. I don't think I can be more specific, but we certainly welcome applications from Quebec.