Thank you, Mr. Strahl.
Thank you, Ministers, for both being here today.
Minister Findlay, I'm a former user of the LAV. It's an outstanding piece of kit that has done wonders for our soldiers. It's an amazing piece of equipment. I know with the upgrades it is going to offer far more protection.
Minister MacKay, you are absolutely right. After decades of neglect of this military, which I lived through, this military is in better shape than it's ever been. I know the troops and the equipment, and all the things that we're putting into place is not easy but it's happening and it's getting there. When you're done and all these pieces fall into place, I'm sure it is going to be a top-notch military, as we are.
Minister, I'd like to talk to you about our navy. Our navy has been doing some outstanding work in the Caribbean and the Arabian Sea with respect to illegal drug seizures, which has been in the news a lot recently. I think every member in the room is concerned about the impact of illegal drugs on our communities. I know our navy plays an important role in keeping those drugs off the streets.
HMCS Toronto has been tasked to work with the anti-terrorism task force. We have had other ships involved in seizures in these areas and others.
Sir, would you be able to tell us a little bit more about the work of the Royal Canadian Navy in this particular regard?