Thank you, Madam Chair.
I thank you for having given me the opportunity to be here this afternoon. I look forward to answering your questions and to discussing things with you.
I haven't prepared any opening comments, as is my practice. Frankly, I'm more inclined to want to have a discussion with you and answer your questions this afternoon on what is a very important subject, not just for me and the RCMP, but for all Canadians.
I'm very happy to be here. Thank you for the invitation. However I can assist your understanding of this significant issue, I'll be pleased to help.