Certainly.
Thank you, Mr. Chair.
To the first point about the evolution of Canada's position, I can certainly take that back, but I really do want to, if I may, with respect, manage the committee's expectations. We're certainly in a position to talk about our position today and what we're advancing, rather than debating previous policy positions the government took.
To the question of how Canada works bilaterally and multilaterally with other states on freshwater issues, I can certainly speak to our experience with the United States, the close collaboration we have with the State Department and our engagement with the International Joint Commission. I think the International Joint Commission has been recognized as a world model for how two nations can effectively manage transboundary water issues.
I mentioned the UN Group of Friends of Water. There was also the UN Water Conference last March, where Canada played a prominent role. Also, the IJC commissioners participated in that conference, which was another great way to show the world the strength of the Canada-U.S. relationship and the model that, in some areas, can serve for other countries.