Thank you, Chair.
I don't want to waste too much of the members' time. I canvassed the majority of the members on the committee yesterday after the notice was put forward, and I understand that there is broad support for this motion. The attacks we've witnessed in recent days are, I think, a symptom of a prolonged and profound challenge in our society. There have been a lot of recommendations, round tables and discussions taking place over the years. I have spoken to many advocates.
As parliamentarians in Ottawa, as members of the highest institution in the country, having official—