Mr. Chair, we've just had some excellent presentations by the minister, the deputy minister, and the assistant deputy minister. They've clearly outlined the progress, the tremendous progress, that the department has made over the last few years, and where they're going. They've clearly identified that there are changes that they believe are going to streamline and improve the services to veterans. Now we have the budget numbers in front of us. These numbers cover what we've heard today and provide the resources for the direction the department is moving in and the direction that the minister wants to move in, which has been evident by the increased benefits.
I am just astounded that Mr. Stoffer would even think of making a motion that would withdraw funds from these numbers. That they want to reduce benefits by withdrawing funds...I'm really astounded. I thought Mr. Stoffer made a mistake at first and he realized what he's trying to do, but I guess not. I say shame on him for wanting to withdraw services from veterans.