Yes, there has been thought given to that. But logistically, it is extremely complex and it would also be extremely expensive.
One avenue for the persons who can't travel to Charlottetown is to listen in on the presentation being made by the advocate. The second avenue is to make sure they get a copy of the written submission. On appeal, everything the lawyer does is written down so the individual can know what is being presented in his name.
There are some appeal hearings that are done in locations other than Charlottetown, but unfortunately that is exceptional.
I think the important hearing—the crucial one—is the review hearing at which the vet can testify and tell his story to the board members. That is the important one.
The appeal hearing is often very technical and can be put down on paper from an argumentative point of view. In any event, by law, the veteran can't testify at the appeal hearing. From a judicial point of view, the usefulness of his presence is relatively limited.