Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
To my committee members, welcome back to committee. I'm looking forward to getting back to work.
We're happy to have this very important position filled, even if only on an interim basis. As my colleagues have reflected, your CV is exemplary. I look forward to your continuing the good work in your public service that you've done for decades. Your resumé certainly speaks for itself.
In your opening remarks, you noted the issue of the need for trust, transparency and accountability. I think, without reflection on your personal opinions, it goes without saying that we are in a hyperpartisan, extreme moment in history right now. Your transition into this position is going to be integral to the work of the government by helping us continue to restore the trust of the general public and to ensure that, without favour and without target, any elected official within this House is held accountable for their actions.
Given that this position has been vacant for some time, what are your priorities in the first couple of weeks of your mandate?