Wendy Smith, the CEO of the South Canterbury Chamber of Commerce, in her opening remarks said something along the lines that, "We would like to acknowledge the wage subsidy scheme. We recognise and show our appreciation for the subsidy. It is bringing $133 million to $139 million into South Canterbury. And it has provided a lifeline for many small to medium sized businesses across South Canterbury." And I am hearing that with many, many businesses that I speak to.