Thank you, Madam Chair.
In fact, I would refer back to, first, my oath of office with respect to being a lawyer; and secondly, that very early in my career I had the opportunity to operate in a quasi-judicial environment. I think I've established credibility as a neutral entity, because not only must justice be done but it must appear to be done.
I've also acted, as I referred to, in a lot of situations of alternative dispute resolution, and I gave a few examples. I think that, first, it would be recognized by virtue of the function of the agent of Parliament, which is an extension of Parliament, that the incumbent has to be guided by the framework of the legislation, and this is the ultimate guide.
In the end, I truly believe that the vast community of both the public sector per se and public service want to see this legislation go forward and want to raise the credibility of and confidence in the delivery of services to Canada, and this brings further transparency and openness.
I would like, as well, to leave this clear message to the committee, should they support my candidacy: I would absolutely deliver the functions of that role in a very diligent and impartial and neutral way. I think you would not expect any less.