Thank you, Elizabeth.
I'll close by saying we believe overall the process set in motion by the Government of Canada to reform the regulatory system is very important. We feel, particularly with respect to pipelines, which of course are governed nationally by the National Energy Board, in which the environmental assessment is fully incorporated within public interest determinations, that these are important avenues to clarify to enable everyone to focus on the issues at hand that matter most, and so that regulators have the necessary resources and tools to perform their roles. Overall these steps are supported and reinforced by our industry's commitment to safety, environmental protection, and performance in both project development and in ongoing operations throughout the decades.
For the pipeline sector the regulatory changes the Government of Canada has made express confidence in the ability of our industry and our regulators to manage the environmental issues that challenge us as we continue to build Canada's energy highways for the 21st century. Through these changes we will pursue opportunities to work with aboriginal groups and other stakeholders to create positive environmental outcomes that build from rather than end with regulatory compliance.
I thank you for this opportunity to speak with you today.