[Copes]

I just still think so much more could have been done. St. John's, and Newfoundland in general, really is a unique city. It's unlike anything anywhere. Kwajo has the right idea. With our growing tourism industry, we really should have a flagship convention center that brings businesses here as well. Look at what Halifax is doing, then look at what St. John's is doing, and tell me which center you would rather have your convention at.

I don't think our center is competitive. I think that we will need another expansion in ten years time. I think that we should be planning ahead, not playing catchup.