Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you for attending today. The first question I am going to ask on behalf of Mr. Casey, as it were.
In the House he has asked you this directly. In this committee he has asked Mr. Hillier directly. In his press releases, everywhere he has a chance, he has misled veterans with erroneous facts, specifically around the numbers and the planning and priorities. He has commented numerous times on the reduction in benefits and services provided to veterans, knowing full well that isn't the case.
Minister Blaney, maybe one more time, and perhaps for the hundredth time, you could answer this question and state clearly for this committee regarding the numbers in the report on plans and priorities that was tabled almost a year ago, and indicate to veterans watching today, the Canadians watching today, the services and benefits provided to veterans. Please, minister.