Thank you for your question.
First of all, it should be noted that the vast majority of the site used to be intended for agriculture, particularly growing corn and soybeans.
Now, in the western part of the land, where these two lots you mentioned are located, there have indeed been industrial activities. In this case, a characterization was done of the sites. All of that was also shared with federal authorities.
Since we are already at work, the necessary measures have been put in place, starting with the installation of barriers to prevent runoff into the nearby creek. It's also important to note that, even when work is done on the site, the vehicles are mechanically cleaned, so there is no contamination beyond the site. When the vehicles have to leave the site, we apply the Quebec regulations, meaning we use the Traces Québec program.
I really want to reassure committee members that the entire site is managed in an exemplary manner and that we report on the measures we use to the authorities. I'm talking about federal authorities, of course. I want to emphasize one point as well: We are not asking for permits from the Quebec government or the municipality, but the Quebec government took part in the consultation process that resulted in a favourable decision statement. We made the choice not to apply for a permit, but it's the same as any agent of the Crown. We followed the federal guidelines.
