Thank you very much, Madam Chair.
I thank the three witnesses today, who confirm the importance of working to improve the confidence of women in the Canadian Forces. They have a place to take. I hope that the latest denunciations will not discourage too many women from joining the forces.
Ms. Patterson, Ms. Carignan and, of course, Ms. Bourgon, I congratulate you on your involvement in the armed forces.
I think it was Ms. Carignan who pointed out that between the three of you, you have over 100 years of combined experience, which is remarkable.
I'd like to start by going back to your opening remarks.
Ms. Patterson, you mentioned forums and consultations. I'd like you to talk more about that. How would that help women begin to trust the forces again?