Mr. Chair, I haven't been on this committee for a very long time, but immediately when I came on the committee I saw a pattern of behaviour with witnesses before this committee that shocked me. I have appeared before a committee, prior to running for Parliament. I have to tell you, people take a whole day out of their lives, they often fly a great distance, and they come here to inform Parliament, through this committee, with expert advice that we need in order to govern.
I've seen witnesses before this committee intimidated by Mr. Karygiannis, cut off, berated, lectured to, and interrupted. I've seen them sitting before us speechless in some cases, not knowing if they were asked a question of if they're supposed to comment or what. It's an ungovernable mess when that happens.
So I'm pleased to support the motion, and I'm hoping we can move forward in the committee in a more orderly fashion and treat the people who come before us with courtesy.