Mr. Chair, I thank the member for his question.
One thing you need to understand is that when veterans retire, they're in their prime. Their potential and skills are at their peak, so they're looking for a challenge. For them, a challenge doesn't mean pay or benefits. They're looking for the kinds of challenges they tackled when they were in the Canadian Forces.
When someone serves in the Canadian Forces, they have to carry out missions involving significant risks with very few resources. If they're in a leadership role, they're responsible for the lives of the men and women they're serving with. They're asked to take on a mission that calls for creativity. When that person leaves the Canadian Forces, they're still fuelled by that feeling. What veterans want is a challenge to overcome.
For a veteran, success is defined by their ability to take on challenges. That doesn't mean they're willing to accept a lower salary, though.
I hope that answers the question, Mr. Chair.