Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
I would like to thank the witnesses for joining us today.
Mr. Miles, you have experienced life on the streets first-hand, and you give a human face to what homelessness is like. The same is true for you, Mr. Thiessen. As you may have noticed, tears were shed when you told your story. Mr. Thiessen, I'm very pleased that you were able to come back and see us again, and that you are adding your voice to the reality of homelessness.
Mr. Boozary, you have dedicated your career to these people. You remind us that homelessness does not discriminate and that anyone is just one misfortune away from ending up on the streets.
For my first round of questions, I'll turn to Ms. Vandal, as we represent neighbouring regions facing similar realities. I am the MP for the riding of Shefford, whose main town is Granby, but which is surrounded by numerous rural communities.
Several points in your testimony caught my attention. You mentioned the call for proposals for the New Horizons program and the new guidelines which meant you were unable to submit an application.
Have I understood correctly?