Mr. Speaker, I thank the minister for his welcome.
Throughout the life of the CBC and the government, actions do speak louder than words and the government is trying to cripple the CBC with budget cuts, as we will see. Many artists, actors, composers and independent producers depend on the CBC to develop unique content which the CBC then showcases. Many regions of the country depend on the CBC for local content.
Will the Conservatives finally support Canadian culture rather than undermine it and support the CBC?