Monsieur Bouchard, there's no requirement in a parliamentary committee to release anybody from any obligation they may have, in terms of witness testimony, because witnesses here are afforded the same immunity from civil or other suits that may be brought to them in a court of law. Everything that is given as testimony here in front of our committee has the same protections afforded to you as to a member of the House of Commons in the House. Witnesses and members are free to express their opinions here without fear of lawsuits in the courts.
I reiterate that to all members so that they understand that you're free to discuss and to divulge whatever information you wish to. I also, as chair, indicated that to our witnesses before they came today.
I think Mr. Oblath has answered your questions and divulged information regarding the offer that was reported in Radio-Canada, and he's clarified that.
Go ahead.