Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
Thank you for being here with us today.
I'd like to start by pointing out that no matter what they think of us here who occupy these spaces, Canadians are very proud of the fact that these are their national buildings. It means a lot to them. Part of my hope is that they'll see more public documentation of what goes on and why. People think of the Parliament Buildings. It's not the whole precinct, obviously.
I'd like you to take us through this long journey. Could you encapsulate it from the start, as you see it, to the completion, because it's major, and then perhaps give a little more detail on how you expect it will look? I think every Canadian should have a chance to visit these buildings. They are extraordinary, and they do belong to every Canadian. If you could fill us in a bit on that, I'd appreciate it.