Thank you so much, Madam Chair.
I would like to take this opportunity to thank Minister LeBlanc for being here with us today, as well as Mr. Sutherland and Madame Paquet. You're very generous with your time, being with us for two hours, and we certainly appreciate the time you are giving us.
The focus of my questions is going to be the Leaders' Debates Commission.
Minister LeBlanc, I was extremely pleased when you announced this month that the Leaders' Debates Commission would remain in place for the next general election. I think we would all agree that Mr. Johnston is a stellar individual to lead this really important work.
I'm wondering if you would be able to elaborate on the intended goals of the debates commission and how you feel it contributes to our democracy.