Yes. Thank you very much. Of course, I wasn't part of the committee when you reviewed this.
I certainly also want to thank Mr. Farrant. It's very brave of you to come forward, and it must be reassuring to have something actually happening to your need.
I have to share that for many years my partner was a criminal defence lawyer. I know what those files look like. It's about time that this measure were taken, so thank you to Michael Cooper, and thank you for recognizing my colleague. He's very reassured that when he participates and brings forward ideas, something actually happens. He's very grateful to you, Mr. Cooper.
My first question would be for Mr. Farrant—in fact two questions that you could answer together. One, it will not be fair. What will happen with this amendment is that we're simply amending the code so that, in fact, those who may be suffering from serving as jurors can seek medical treatment or counselling. The cost of that is, by this report, generally to be borne by the provinces and territories. My first question to you would be this. Do you believe that the burden still falls on you to try to now get the provinces and territories to put up the dollars, or are you confident that the federal government is delivering on the recommendation that they should approach the provinces and territories?
My second question for you, Mr. Farrant, is, do you think there will also be a need now for the federal Department of Justice to educate the medical and counselling professionals? You mentioned in your testimony the difficulties you faced when you tried to seek assistance, as they were nervous because they didn't think that would be allowed.
I'm just wondering if you'd like to respond to those two questions. Actually, I'd also welcome responses by Mr. Cooper to those questions.