Thank you, Madam Chair.
Thank you all for being with us today to answer our questions.
I really have two main questions. First of all, I understand that there will be $2.5 million worth of cuts this year, which will go into effect with the next budget. I also understand that the Minister has asked you to see where further cuts can be made. I would like to get a detailed breakdown of those cuts--if possible, in hard copy--for reference purposes. But could you give me a verbal answer now?
When will the new criteria for the Women's Program come into effect? Under the new criteria, can groups such as the National Association of Women and the Law, the FFQ and the Canadian Feminist Alliance for International Action expect to disappear?
In 2005, consultations were held with respect to the criteria of the Women's Program. The Minister said she had consulted with women's groups. I would like to know what women's groups were consulted. Are we talking about the same group as in 2005? It would be rather strange for the criteria to suddenly have changed after meetings with other people. I would like to know which women's groups were met with the second time.