I take issue with the characterization that we are waiting for anything. Since I've been on the ground, since day one, I have been taking action on this file.
On November 4, just days after I was appointed, I accepted the interim recommendation of Madam Arbour and began the process of transferring cases from the military justice system to the civilian justice system.
We are not waiting. In fact, we are moving ahead very expeditiously in terms of implementing reforms that will assist women, assist minorities and assist LGBTQ in terms of adapting and ensuring that they have a place within the Canadian Armed Forces that is safe and secure, and will ensure that they are protected. That is my priority as minister. That is what I am working on every day with the chief of the defence staff and my deputy minister, and we will not stop until we ensure that the Canadian Armed Forces is a place where all can function in a safe and respectful environment.