Finance committee  That's not just in Nova Scotia, but we're talking—

Finance committee  —about Atlantic Canada as well. From the regional perspective, with the halts, pretty much, in Newfoundland and New Brunswick, starts are down, and in Nova Scotia, starts are down. I think overall it's not looking like a blue sky in any way.

Finance committee  I would reiterate that the blanket national policy just doesn't work. I think it's really important to consider, when making decisions, what the unintended consequences are and who they impact. It might seem like only a few jobs, but when I look at my builders, I've had seven maj

Finance committee  It's like taking a sledgehammer to crack a nut; we're applying it to everyone. I find it really difficult too. Without the regional differences, we suffer, and not just in Atlantic Canada but all the other markets outside of the two areas.

Finance committee  Thank you very much.

Finance committee  All right, I'm on it. Tamara Barker Watson will be sharing my time, so we'll be diligent on that. Good evening, Mr. Chair and committee members. My name is Sherry Donovan and with me this evening is Tamara Barker Watson. She's president of the Nova Scotia Home Builders' Assoc