The second thing is I have a letter here from Mr. Christopherson that I will just read out for the record.
I just wanted to send a quick note to you and our committee colleagues to say that I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on PROC and I will miss the opportunity to work with such a passionate and dedicated group of MPs. I am proud of the work we have accomplished, and although committee members didn't always see eye to eye, we always remained respectful of each other and did our best to find common ground.
PROC is really a special committee and I know you will all continue to do great work on behalf of all parliamentarians and Canadians.
I would like to give a special thanks to you, Larry, for your excellent work as Chair. Following in the footsteps of Joe Preston was never going to be easy but you have matched his stature and are an important part of our committee's success. And of course, I would like to give a big thanks to our staff and analysts whose professionalism and expertise always make us look smarter than we sometimes are.
Thank you again and best of luck to the committee on your future work.
Sincerely,
David Christopherson, MP Hamilton Centre
Today's first witness is Ms. Georgina Jolibois, member of Parliament for Desnethé—Missinippi—Churchill River. Ms. Jolibois will deliver her opening statement in Dene, and once again we have made arrangements for interpretation into both official languages.
Welcome to our committee, Ms. Jolibois. You may now proceed with your opening statement. Thank you very much for coming. Mahsi cho.