Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I think it's been an extremely helpful presentation today. Even though I've already been briefed a few times, I keep learning. I think it's just amazing what does go on.
She mentioned that we were at a very special event at Perley Rideau yesterday, and I will recommend that we go there as a committee to visit at some point. We gave out valentines that were made by young students from across the country, and it was quite amazing to see the reception and the reaction of the vets. It also reminded us that these young people are both aware and very, very appreciative of what the veterans have done. So a lot of progress has been made on that front compared to several years ago.
Also, there are some great gifts and mementos for sale there that are created by the vets, and they're quite unique and quite special. If the committee does go, we want to take our wallets with us. We didn't get out of there yesterday without making a few purchases along the way.
I know there's a lot of interest and a lot of concern in terms of the support for returning vets and those who have gone through severe stress. I think it's one of those areas that we have become more aware of and more sensitive to as society moves on.
I'd like if you could talk about how that is working in a general way and where you see areas of potential change, because I know there's a lot of thought on that. Also, please expand on the relationship with DND, because there's a terrific amount of work that may not show up under this budget that is covered through the DND process, and that does help.
There are a few other areas, but perhaps we'll start there and see how the time goes.
Thank you.