I agree with that proposition and, again, I would be very happy to further explain parts of the process, to hear feedback on the process, and recognize that within the process there's the opportunity for this committee to provide feedback on it, on the nominee, and other matters in terms of their selection.
What we have described in the process is not a formal change by way of legislation or the Constitution. This is a matter of policy and a priority that our government is putting forward, whether it be around functional bilingualism or around the recognition that diversity is important to the Supreme Court of Canada.
I'm really pleased to be here to talk about this process and would invite you, Mr. Bittle, and others to comment on it.