Thank you, Madam Chair Sgro. I have a question to the shippers with respect to the discussion we've had on Bill C-49 about operational remedies, when moving containers around utilizing marine resources.
I want to touch on one thing that we haven't touched much on for the last couple of days and that may be very relevant to you. That is the capital side of shipping, and the Shipping Federation's opinion and recommendations on the overall system when it comes to both salt water and the Great Lakes.
What is your position on Canadian ports being allowed to access the Canada infrastructure bank and the financial instruments contained within the infrastructure bank to help fund expansion projects? Will this be helpful, in your opinion, in making Canadian ports more competitive?
I want to expand that question to also include not only Canadian ports that are designated as port authorities, but also the St. Lawrence Seaway itself on the Great Lakes. Is there opportunity, in your opinion, to expand on the capital side to enhance the business opportunities for yourselves, speaking on behalf of your organization, as well as for others who ply the waters of Canada and those beyond the borders of Canada?