Thank you, Madam Chair.
Thank you to the three witnesses for their participation and the work they do day in and day out.
Ms. Brayton, I spent a decade in northern Ontario as the regional director of what was then known as the Canadian Hearing Society, some 30 years ago. As you know, violence against women with special needs—especially deaf women who use American, Quebec or another sign language to communicate—is extremely common. There isn't much research on the subject.
That's why I'm very interested in your views. We haven't heard a lot about women with special needs. I know you weren't able to finish your opening statement during your five minutes. Do you have any recommendations relating to women with special needs, who are at extremely high risk? Specifically, I'm talking about recommendations for research or supports. You gave the example of the girl who was sexually assaulted by her father from the age of four until she was 30. That's absolutely appalling.