I would start by stating that the pension for life has not yet received approval. I acknowledge it was announced in the budget. It's not part of the main estimates, but I can provide an explanation of the investment calculation should you wish.
The $3.6 billion investment in the pension for life announced in the 2018 budget is not in line with the amounts to be actually paid out in the upcoming fiscal years. As has been alluded to, the difference is explained in a note in the budget plan. The amount of $3.6 billion over six years is presented on an accrual basis. The accrual basis means that essentially every year Veterans Affairs Canada reassesses the client base. We work very closely with the Office of the Chief Actuary on costings, looking out 60 years and comparing what the current client base has in terms of the status quo versus the new policy.