I listened very carefully to my colleague Mr. Barrett. Remote viewing is exactly the solution that I was going to present. I'm also mindful that our colleague Mr. Jowhari indicated—not officially, but certainly clearly and loudly enough that I could hear it—that it is not what he was against.
Perhaps Mr. Jowhari can clarify the Liberal position on this, because, let's face it: we have hybrid Parliament and we have hybrid proceedings in committee. To deny a remote member who chooses, because of life circumstances or distance.... My colleague Mr. Genuis has some personal issues, and Mr. Bachrach, from the great province of British Columbia, is choosing to save taxpayer dollars and participate remotely. Are we expected to throw convention and policy out the window just to ensure that people are here in person?
I think Mr. Barrett's solution is a sound one, and I hope Mr. Jowhari thinks it would be an appropriate solution and an exception to the rule he's proposing. I'd like to hear from Mr. Jowhari about those members, whether they be permanent members or associate members who participate on a regular basis at the mighty OGGO, and whether they can participate remotely to review the document.