I call this meeting to order. Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), we're going to start our study on the care of our ill and injured Canadian Forces members.
Joining us today from the Department of National Defence is Rear-Admiral Andrew Smith, who is chief of military personnel. Accompanying Admiral Smith is Brigadier-General Fred Bigelow, who's the director general of personnel and family support services; and Colonel Jean-Robert Bernier, who's the deputy surgeon general.
Welcome, gentlemen.
Admiral Smith, I'll open the floor to you for your opening comments.