Mr. Speaker, yesterday, in the main estimates, it was indicated that there was a $40 million cut in the Department of Fisheries and Oceans without any forewarning.
I expect the minister is fully aware of the great need for such things as small craft harbour repairs and science and research, just to name a couple.
Why will the Minister of Fisheries and Oceans allow this $40 million cut when she fully understands the demands that are on the Department of Fisheries and Oceans?