Thank you, Madam Chair. I haven't had a chance to offer congratulations on your election to this important committee.
Mr. Morgan, thank you for being here. Of course you are here because our Prime Minister has pledged to Canadians that not only will there be a change in some ways government operates, but it will be a change Canadians can see. It will be transparent; it will be open; it will be open to examination. Your job, sir, will be ensure that fairness in the appointments process is not only done but is seen to be done. That's a big challenge.
I was struck by the constitution you wrote for your company, where you say that your vision is “to create a truly great company—one where quality work is the norm; where we stretch and strive to be the best we can; and where great things are accomplished”. You say that “principles grace every decision and punctuate every interaction along our journey”, and you define the principles as strong character, ethical behaviour, high performance, and great expectations. I think Canadians would be delighted to see this vision and these principles built into the selection of individuals who serve our country in a myriad of appointed capacities.
I wonder if you could help us understand how this vision and these principles that you have worked with for so many years can in fact be incorporated into the appointments process and into the way we choose people to serve our country.