Thank you, Minister, for being here and for taking on this role in such a difficult time.
General Eyre, and all men and women in the military, thank you for your sacrifices. This is an incredibly challenging time for the military. Of course, I have to give a special shout-out to those at the CFB at Nanoose Bay and 19 Wing Comox right across the way. Thank you for the important work you're doing.
Shortly after General Eyre took over as the acting chief of the defence staff, the Department of National Defence announced the defence team conduct and culture consultation. The summary of the report said, “The effort was supported by an external contract partner, including a team of experts in the fields of diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as in organizational transformation initiatives.”
Was McKinsey the expert external contract partner?