Mr. Speaker, the official opposition is very happy to see that the minister has responded with immediate aid to alleviate the suffering that has taken place, which, as we have seen on our television screens, is horrific. I also thank the minister for having contact with the NGOs.
We have already spent $22 million in trying to alleviate suffering. When the minister of immigration announced that 5,000 refugees would be coming in, the estimated cost was over $100 million. It is understandable that the High Commission for Refugees has said that the Kosovar refugees should stay within the region.
What does the hon. minister anticipate? Is she satisfied with the way things are going and, if not, how much more does she think Canada can commit to aid and ensuring that the refugees have at least a reasonable standard of living in those regions?