Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
This is a timely discussion on high-speed rail. It's interesting. What we do know, Ministers, is that we have heard expert testimony at our own committee that the construction of a high-speed rail line from Windsor to Quebec City will range anywhere from $43 billion to $50 billion, and there isn't a single high-speed rail line anywhere in the world that's profitable on an operational basis. We'll let you work through that testimony down the road at some point.
I appreciate the statement around DRIC and the continued importance of that project. I know that some will have speculated that because a lame-duck session didn't actually tackle the legislation, somehow this project will not come to fruition or is dead, as I think one particular person mentioned. I suspect that in the new year, as the new administration in Michigan is sworn in and there are new members, there will be renewed efforts. I presume that means you and your officials will be prepared to appear or testify, if necessary, to answer any questions, particularly for the newer legislators who will be coming in. I see heads nodding.