Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thanks again to all the witnesses for making themselves available. We really appreciate it.
Witnesses have stated that the recruitment problem can be explained by a number of factors, including misconduct, obviously, and COVID‑19. I would also mention that veterans are telling us that the transition from military to civilian life poses a number of difficulties that may make the forces less attractive.
According to what we have been told, when members of the military leave military life behind, their medical file is closed and they must transition to a civilian doctor, which is extremely difficult. I'm wondering, therefore, whether a study could be conducted on the possibility of members being treated a bit longer by a military doctor after they leave the military. I would also like to know what work is being undertaken with Veterans Affairs Canada to smooth the transition.