Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I hope the Minister does not lose sight of the fact that we should also be talking to the volunteer firefighters themselves because I feel that they should have a say in what equipment they determine they require.

Right now, there are volunteer firefighters who are raising funds through bingos, bake sales, 50/50 draws, just so they can purchase some of the equipment that they require. I would like to ask the Minister, exactly where do the firefighters themselves fit into your idea of ensuring they have the equipment to do the job?