Thank you, Mr. Chair. I do support Bill 9. I came to that support through the process that’s been outlined and the participation of many. I want to express appreciation to those who did contribute in the process and the considerable input we had, especially from small businesses and entrepreneurs, many of whom are currently very much struggling now in the face of our low caribou populations.

I just want to point out or comment or observe that our local resident businesses have, on the whole, been extremely responsible and have not been, sort of, the source of the angst that has generated this bill, and I want to express appreciation to them for that leadership. I know they have various opinions on this bill and I’ve appreciated that input, as I’ve said.

I want to observe again that comments were made encouraging the Minister to find other ways to show his confidence in the industry, and the Minister has indicated that he will do that and assist them in carrying on good business practices. I think we would like to, in particular, again, support our local resident businesses and as long as we register exceptions to free trade agreements that, of course, cause us to lose the ability to prefer our local businesses, we’ll be able to do that.

One question for the Minister: The Minister has mentioned a couple times that businesses can protect their clients through credit card payments. I’m sure many already use credit card payments, but I’m wondering if the Minister could say how that works and what the limitations are of using credit card payments and how that might protect their clients. I’d be interested in those perspectives. Thank you.