Thank you very much, Mr. Spengemann, for appearing today, but more importantly, for putting forward this interesting and exciting private member's bill.
One of the things that I found in my experience on this committee, although there are some notable exceptions, is that it's striking how few men and little men are engaged in the discussion of gender equality. I see a huge opportunity for men to take a leadership role in partnership with the women who have been championing gender equality for their careers.
Can you perhaps elaborate on how having a gender equality week can help provide a platform to engage men and boys in championing equality, as well as potentially educating young men and boys in the importance of their role in promoting equality in Canadian society?