Mr. Speaker, I think the unfortunate events shown in the videos relating to ceremonies involving the airborne have enlightened Canadians, perhaps somewhat in a negative way, as to some of the traditions in the armed forces.
Another tape was released a few days ago. I am glad the navy was quick to correct the record. It felt that ordinary members of the public would have the reaction I had which was that at first blush it seemed to be quite offensive. It corrected that impression.
Because of all of these questions that have been raised, the chief of defence staff will be bringing all of the commanders to Ottawa this week to talk about these matters: what is permissible, what is not permissible; what is in the military tradition and what is not. Once he has a chance to talk with the commanders and they then inform the troops under their command across the country, this matter will come to rest.