As somebody who's from the law-abiding firearms-owning community, I agree that every time somebody does something illegal with a firearm it casts aspersions, and it makes it more difficult for me as a law-abiding citizen. That's a frustration for me. I want to make sure we get this stuff right too. I have a vested personal interest, but I also, on behalf of the people I represent, want to make sure that we get the legislation right.
I'll move to you, Ms. Irons. Thank you for your testimony today.
You were nine years in the RCMP. Did I get that right? You mentioned that you've have had a lengthy career on the public service side of the fence. When I use that language, I use it because you used it.