Thank you very much.
Over to Industry, we had previous testimony from Dr. Coe, from Ryerson University, about the need to support female entrepreneurs. Specifically, it was mentioned that companies often feel good about supporting girls in STEM-type programs, but then they're not there to fund the women when they're looking to start their own companies.
I want to applaud the testimony that you've given us about what BDC is doing and I recognize that it's early going. However, again, we've heard repeated testimony about the difficulty for women to receive funding or being asked what their husband's employment situation is, while a man would not be asked what their wife does when they go in for a loan. I want to really applaud you on that.
My colleague, Mr. Fraser, asked Canadian Manufacturers & Exporters if it would be helpful for the federal government to hold consultations with private sector stakeholders in the STEM and business fields to develop corporate best practices and resources to advance the promotion of women.
Do you think that's something that would be within the realm of your department? Would it be worth looking at moving forward to do a round table with an organization like that?