I don't get it...although it probably isn't the most constructive or politically correct way of saying it; he does have a point.
Rather than acknowledge the problem, let's pretend it doesn't exist. That way we won't ever apply any resources to fixing it.
The artists with comments in the article are being stupid. They should be saying "Yes, you're right; a lot of it is crap. Now let's talk about how to fix it." Forcing him to backpedal and say that there is good Canadian content might make you feel good about yourself, but it isn't going to get you more funding.
Engineers/the trades/scientists don't get in a fit and say "YES! WE HAVE LOT'S OF GIRLS" - instead they are at career fairs and trying to hook kids when they're young.
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