Mr. Speaker, clearly, the honeymoon is quickly drawing to a close.
Earlier this week, the Minister of Canadian Heritage proudly reminded members of her investments in the cultural sector. In fact, this year's budget allocates more than $78 million to the NFB, Telefilm Canada, Radio-Canada, and the CBC.
Well, surprise, surprise. People can applaud all they want, but the money is no longer in the budget. There is no money.
Was the Minister of Canadian Heritage taken for a ride by the Treasury Board? What magic words will she use to explain to cultural groups that they will have to go on waiting?