Thank you for the question.
I want you to know that there have been at least 35 SDAs since World War II. There were two wars, and Korea. They were designated as wars. There are many living veterans. As we always say, “Nothing about us without us.” We sit at this lofty level in Canada, making policy, but we don't always know the lived experience.
I'll go back to the concept of having the women veterans council advise the minister. I think that is a very good idea—a veterans advisory council or special group on benefits and harmonizations. It would be of great value because, as we heard, there are mixed experiences with Veterans Affairs. There are some good Veterans Affairs experiences. I believe they're willing to listen, so I like your recommendation.