Mr. Speaker, I am incredibly proud to announce that the scientific research on Atlantic halibut in the Saguenay Fjord is now complete and we are expecting a final report by the end of October.
The spectacular images that have come out of this project have sparked global enthusiasm and have been viewed millions of times around the world. This exceptional visibility has fuelled the creativity of our local businesses, inspired the creation of new artisanal products and revitalized regional commercial activity.
I would like to acknowledge the outstanding contribution of Contact Nature, Promotion Saguenay, the Musée du Fjord and Professor Sirois and his team at the Université du Québec à Chicoutimi, as well as the fishers and fish enthusiasts who carry on the proud tradition of fishing in the Saguenay Fjord. Through their efforts, this project has become a true collective success of which the entire region can be proud.