Yes, but any leftover money is allocated based on the number of inhabitants. For example, where there is funding, there is no regional allocation. Base funding was addressed during discussions on fiscal balance between the provinces. It is to help small provinces and, especially, the northern territories. If the money were allocated based on the number of inhabitants, the northern territories would get only a few million dollars. So it is a base for every province, in order to help small provinces and the northern territories to have an infrastructure program, as well. It is a decision through the Building Canada Fund, for example, the Infrastructure Stimulus Fund or the Gas Tax Fund.
On December 2nd, 2009. See this statement in context.