A lot of what ultimately gets done just at the very grassroots level, whether it's repairing bridges or irrigation works or dams, is done not necessarily by Canadian military engineers, but through their expertise and with their support. What we're seeing are combined teams of people from CIDA, CF engineers, and local Afghan contractors who are out there doing the work right out where it counts. It's a very productive and very effective partnership.
On March 26th, 2009. See this statement in context.