Thank you to all the witnesses, in particular Ms. Rosenberger and Ms. Virk.
I know about DIVERSEcity. I'm from Surrey, and they provide numerous services to new immigrants in our community, so thank you for doing all that work. I know you work very hard with the limited resources you have to provide that service.
I have some questions, and I'll start with DIVERSEcity.
What impact does having to wait two years to get their permanent residency have on women? Does that increase risks of violence, or does it decrease risks of violence if they have to wait in that relationship?