Thank you very much, Mr. Chair, for allowing me to ask questions.
As a serving military member, and now a veteran, for me the commemoration of military milestones is very important, and I think also to all Canadians.
In the report on plans and priorities for 2015-2016, the DND outlines that it will:
...continue to commemorate significant events in Canada’s history and times of conflict such as the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. We will also plan for future commemorations including the 75th anniversary of the Dieppe Raid and the centennials of the Battles of the Somme and Beaumont-Hamel, Vimy Ridge and Passchendaele.
What is the budget that DND and the Canadian Armed Forces are planning to spend on these and other commemorative events? Could you explain some details of how this money will be spent and what exactly will be the role that DND and the Canadian Armed Forces will be playing in planning and implementing these commemorative events?