This is Mr. Young responding to the question. Thank you, honourable member.
I would say simply that I understand the geography, the people, and the environment based upon a variety of work experiences over the years. They include two not necessarily competing, but different, perspectives. One is that of understanding the implications of energy development in northern British Columbia, and evaluating that from an environmental and social impact assessment perspective with industry, particularly related to pipelines. Two, in my environmental non-government organization leadership capacity, a significant part of our work during my tenure with Ducks Unlimited was focused on understanding the importance of that environment, the people who depend upon it, and how to effect long-term protection of those important landscapes for Canadians. I think it's a companion set of perspectives that provide the kind of balance that is required for forming reasoned decisions to benefit Canadians.
Thank you.