Mr. Speaker, yes, indeed it is.
The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council appeared before the industry committee on May 24. There was an opportunity at that time for members of all parties to ask questions. Certainly the member for Okanagan Centre, who is on that committee, asked among other things: "Why is the SSHRC funded so much less than the other councils?". He also said: "I am not debating the merits of your research. All of you have made an excellent case for the humanities and social sciences. I would not debate that the need is there. There is absolutely no question about that".
I am very pleased to note that the Reform Party supports the work that is being done by this granting council.