Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you for coming this morning, or is it the afternoon now? I appreciate your coming to bring testimony.
I think there has been a lot of misunderstanding, and there's been a lot of discussion surrounding this $3 billion vote 35. I think we are getting a little closer to some clarification today, but we certainly want to ensure there's no misunderstanding in leaving this meeting.
My understanding is that this $3 billion vote is being brought forward so that money can be spent on items in the budget. Can you assure us that no money in this vote can be spent outside the parameters of the vote that has already been accepted by Parliament?