It is very important for people to feel that they are not only listened to, but heard. I have been in uniform for 42 years. So in my long career, I've seen a lot of changes in the Canadian Armed Forces. However, I see that people need to speak up right now, and I hope that they feel more confident to speak up and express what they are experiencing. Things need to change.
Currently, the circumstances are right for there to be a profound change, one that ensures the dignity of all men and women, especially those who are vulnerable. It is important for us to be there to welcome them. The first thing we need to do is really put them at ease to help them report what they've experienced and go further in the process.