Mr. Speaker, I was particularly interested in my colleague's comments with regard to the CBC.
This evening people from ACTRA will be in Ottawa. A number of us will be meeting some very significant and talented people, many of whom have worked on CBC productions. The programs the CBC produces both on television and radio are our voice. The CBC is the voice of Canada. It tells our stories. The CBC is essential to our culture and to the continuance of that culture.
I would like my colleague to comment on the importance of the extension of the financing for CBC and how it will impact all of our communities.