Thank you so much.
Thank you to the witnesses for being with us today.
My question has to do with domestic violence. From what we've heard from other witnesses, first nations women don't have the kind of access that other areas might have. Are there enough shelters and transition houses, and if not, how are their needs being met to help them leave the perpetrators? Is there a system of sensibility among the community groups there that can assist them with something as simple as transportation? Is there an emergency service available through public safety measures from the Government of Canada that are in place to help women leave if they don't have services in their area? I guess that could also apply to rural areas.
That would be my first question, for anyone. Thank you.