Mr. Speaker, the last thing the Minister of Transport would want to do is to mislead the western grain farmers. We understand the importance of programs that assist western farmers in the production and the transportation of grain.
What I did say is that we are also aware of the changes that will have to be implemented with respect to the role that Transport Canada plays in the payment of direct subsidies to railroads. That is what we said and that is what we are going to have to address.
I do want to say, with all respect to my hon. colleague, that in the area of providing support and being very sensitive to the needs of the western grain farmers, the Minister of Transport always gives way to the very capable Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food.