Thank you, Mr. Chair.
My thanks to all the witnesses appearing here today. It is very much appreciated. You seem like a very diversified group to me.
You are probably aware that our government is focused above all on job creation, especially for young people, as well as on economic growth and long-term prosperity. This is very important for our generation, but also for all generations to come.
This morning, I was at a meeting put on by the Chartered Professional Accountants of Canada. It was a book launch. I have to say that chartered accountants—I am an accountant myself—are also focused on financial literacy. I have a quotation here that comes from this morning's presentation. Unfortunately, it is in English only.
The report identified financial literacy as critical to the prosperity of Canada, pointing out that, “Increasing the knowledge, skills and confidence of Canadians to make responsible financial decisions will help them meet their personal goals, enhance their quality of life and make Canada more competitive.”
This morning was the launch of the publication called. Protecting you and your money: a guide to avoiding identity theft and fraud. They also launched two other books dealing, I think, with financial literacy for young people and for Canadians as a whole.
The objective of the government and of the chartered accountants is to educate people all over Canada in financial matters. I see a close link between what we and your federation are both looking for.
Ms. Bossé, do you want to comment on that?