Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you, Minister.
I want to actually go back to the question that my colleague raised in regard to CPP, understanding that you do have a meeting coming up with your provincial counterparts.
Specifically we heard testimony from one witness in particular that there isn't a dire situation for seniors and retirees in this country. In my riding we're predominantly middle class, quite comfortable, and very lucky, I would say, but when people in my community retire, they tend to then struggle and have to make choices between medication or food because pensions have not increased but costs of everyday things like hydro, water, and property taxes all tend to go up.
In terms of CPP and moving forward with the provinces, what is your take, or what is the department's take, in terms of the conditions and situations that seniors are facing in this country?