Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I appreciate the Minister's answer but I do not believe that is the question I asked. My question, Mr. Speaker, has to do with the notice, not about formula financing. I understand that is under review.
I think that there was a cut, but the cut was made without notice to the communities or to the Members. Municipalities are suggesting at least a three year notice, but our committee is suggesting a one year notice, which I think is fair. I do believe the basic principle that this government espouses is the principle of partnership, and partnership has to come with respect for other levels of governments. Cutting their major budgets without notice, I think, is contrary to that principle.
I am very interested in knowing where the Minister stands with respect to giving sufficient notice to municipal governments when there are going to be major changes to their funding. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.