Mr. Speaker, the forecasts that Bell Canada has proposed are just those. They are forecasts and estimates for the coming year and may vary by the end of the year.
It is my understanding that by means of voluntary packages and attrition Bell Canada has not laid off any employees to date. We also expect that Bell Canada, with the increase in profit they are projecting, will use this money to fulfil its commitments to increase investment and to provide a low cost in basic services.