Thank you, Mr. Chairman.
I'd like to thank each and every one of you, not only for your service but for being here with us today.
I want to read this from the bottom of page 3:
A Veteran's quote: “I congratulate the VRAB on their ability to do what the enemies of the country could not do and that is to completely destroy the morale of the Veterans who have returned from combat.”
Two quotes by a Veteran and former Board member: “In its present form the Board is extremely dysfunctional: the main problem is that members have little idea of the circumstances of service.” and, “Excuse me, what is the purpose of the Board, to grant pensions or to save the Government money?”
That's quite a strong statement to say.
You fine folks have the opportunity periodically to meet with the deputy minister, the gerontological society, and various groups to discuss with the Department of Veterans Affairs your concerns on a regular basis. Am I correct?