Thank you, Mr. Chair. It's nice to be back.
Mr. Hillier, I understand that this may be the last time we have you as a witness before this committee. I'm just a substitute on the committee today, but I think I'm safe in speaking on behalf of the committee, sir, in saying thank you very much for your years of service, and not just in Veterans Affairs Canada. I understand it has been a long career—42 years, you were telling me—in the public service.
We here, at least in my time, certainly appreciate the professionalism and the balance that you have always brought to your testimony and to your work. To spend 42 years in the service of Canada is truly commendable. I guess on behalf of the committee, but certainly on my own behalf and Kathleen's, I wish you all the best as you move into the next chapter, sir.