Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Gentlemen, thank you for joining us today.
Over the past few months, we have heard people advertise their batteries or say that we have to use propane gas, or methane, or electrification. I understand all that. Everyone is doing their own thing. Mr. Wolf said—and I agree with him—that it is about systems, transition and integration. That is where we are at.
The feds have a role to play. They have already invested quite a lot in this. Regardless of the government, the relationship with Bombardier is fantastic, particularly in terms of developing certain modes of transportation.
Today, during my seven minutes, I would like us to talk about regulations and about how the Canadian government can fully play its role as a partner. We are talking about smart regulations that are applied properly. Is it only a question of money? We are actually going through an economic crisis and taxpayers have to be respected. However, I certainly agree with you in saying that it is not an expense, but an investment.
What do we have to do in terms of safety and regulations? Since we are at the Standing Committee of Transport, imagine that you are the Minister of Transport. He has a role to play. It might have to do with research and development in the industry, but let's stick to transport. You talked about infrastructures. I could go back to that topic. If you each had a recommendation to make in terms of regulations, would it have to do with the integration of markets between Europe, Canada and North America? Are we better served by strictly limiting ourselves to North America? I don't think so.
Mr. Couture, you may start. Tell us in a few sentences what the role of the federal government is and what your recommendation is. I don't just want to hear about money.