Mr. Chairman, this is a situation that I am quite aware of. I am quite aware of where the gravel is going now. At the time the Member asked me, I was not aware that this gravel was being used or placed at these particular locations.

I hope the Member takes into consideration that I am responsible for a fair number of communities, and a fair number of kilometres of highways and winter roads. I cannot keep track of every kilometre by the minute or by the hour. I did find out what that gravel is there for. It is just simply stockpiled for future use, to allow the contractor to haul heavier loads while the road is frozen.