On the one hand, with regard to the way in which the Canadian armed forces go about education and training, it is not really up to me to decide whether an institution or a school should be located in this place and not in that place. This is up to ministers, high-ranking officers and officials. They must deal with these issues and find the best solutions that suit the circumstances.
On the other hand, as ombudsman, I am looking at the way in which the Canadian Forces are scattered all over the country. When I see the things that are happening at Borden, for instance, I think that it is possible, even there at this time, to take measures to improve the situation.
Regarding optimism or pessimism, I am still confident that if the right directives are given and properly followed, things can change for the better.