Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Staff Inspector Izzett, if you're talking to Chief Blair, ask him about our conversation. He may not remember, but if he does, it would be useful if he could elaborate. I remember taking notes at the time, and I think I fed that into the RCMP or the department when I was on the other side. It was a couple of years ago.
My understanding was that it was the kind of thing you referred to, but it was also.... For example, if someone witnesses a murder in Rexdale, they might not want to come forward, but they might arrange a little meeting somewhere and say they are prepared to sign a statement or an affidavit. If that appears in court—I'm not a lawyer, so I'm not sure if that can be done with any anonymity or if a person is then required to come in and be grilled by lawyers. I thought he was referring to procedures like that. If you are chatting with him, ask if there is anything he can offer, if you're coming forward with other information.
I'd like to come back with--