I am Robert Kitchen. I am a member of Parliament for Souris—Moose Mountain. My riding encompasses the southeast corner of Saskatchewan, roughly 43,000 square kilometres.
I come from a very strong military background. I am an army brat. I spent many years travelling around with the military and while I was in the cadets, and then worked as a civilian instructor.
I think I bring a very rural focus to the committee rural focus. I dealing with a lot of veterans, whether they're aboriginal or first nation, who are returning to their communities. I focus on how we encompass and include them in the program and to make sure that their wishes are followed through.
I'm extremely honoured to be on this committee and I look forward to hearing what you have to say to us.
Thank you very much for coming.