Thank you, Mr. Chair. Mr. Kent did an admirable job, but it's great to see you back in the seat.
Certainly I want to thank all the department officials for being here this evening. I want to make a comment that the work you've done at the department in looking after Canadians, especially through this historic pandemic, has really been noticed and certainly appreciated. Again, thank you very much.
Mr. Robidoux, I'll ask my questions through you, and maybe you can direct them to the appropriate person.
There's no question that seniors are one of the most vulnerable groups in Canada. That was clearly evident through the pandemic. Whether it was the GST or $300 or the $200 top-up if you got the GIS, it was so appreciated.
I want to focus also on retirement savings. First, how has the COVID-19 pandemic affected the cost of living for vulnerable seniors and their retirement savings?
Mr. Robidoux, that question could go to you, or maybe to Mr. Conrad.