Thank you, Chair.
First of all, I'd like to thank all the witnesses who are here with us today. I witnessed first-hand what went on here in Ottawa. Both your services, in very trying times—I spoke to many of the officers out there—handled themselves in a very professional manner.
I'd first like to direct a couple of my questions to Commissioner Carrique.
Hello, Commissioner Carrique. I understand we have some mutual acquaintances.
I had the opportunity to speak to two previous commissioners of the OPP as this was going on, trying to get some information. One of them told me an interesting statement, which is that you will never find a police service that would turn down additional powers.
Would you agree with that statement, Commissioner?