Thanks very much, Mr. Chair.
Thank you to all the witnesses for your presentations.
My question is for Ms. Lai. As your member of Parliament we know each other. I want to congratulate you on your presentation today. It was very clear and specific in your critique of the bill and very specific in terms of your recommendations. I want to thank you for the many months and countless volunteer hours you have put into becoming an expert in rail issues as they affect our local community.
Ms. Lai is absolutely right when she says that the trains are right there. People almost feel that they can reach out of their bedroom windows and touch them they're so close. You've been so specific and we have heard some of the other witnesses speak positively of the bill. Mr. Ballantyne, for example, said that while we had a little uptick in some areas, he's generally happy with the bill. The shippers seem to be happy with it.
Can I ask you, Ms. Lai, to channel the voices of the community that you have spoken with and express for the committee their comments, their views, and what they're telling you about the importance of the critiques you're making today and the recommendations you are making on rail safety?