I think that one could ultimately say it's based on tradition, a very short tradition of last week. We had a different chair and it was suggested by Mr. Weston that we have this moment of silence. Much as it surprised you, Mr. Chair, it somewhat surprised me. I'm not too sure whether or not it's warranted.
I'm inclined to agree with Ms. James. If in fact there are opportunities for people to come prior to committee to do some meditations and so forth, prior to committee getting under way, I would recommend that they do that.
Based on the fact that we're still on the same issue we were on last week, and the Conservatives proposed it last week, in the sense of fairness, one should probably allow for the New Democrats to provide it this week. I can assure you that I will not be doing it on behalf of the Liberals. We have a good sense in terms of where we want to go on this issue, and we will do just that.
It's up to you as chair, but in the sense of being fair to both sides, I would suggest that you would allow it this one time.