Thank you very much, Madam Chair.
I want to thank the deputy and the team, and also the Auditor General, for coming and talking about this very difficult topic.
We already heard the very passionate remarks by the member from the NDP. It really struck my heart. We know this has been part of the frustration that's been going on for so many years. The Auditor General just talked about two AGs before her, and it is very frustrating.
It's not the Liberal government or the Conservative government. It's becoming a habit with the ministry. How do we change this culture, starting with this committee and this meeting? That's the question I'm asking myself.
When I look at these numbers and the findings, I was looking for a key area. How important is it to have the first nation community directly engaged? It's very important to leave the management of emergency or mitigation in their jurisdiction.
Can the deputy talk a bit about that? Has that been seen as a priority in your department?