Indeed, Mr. Speaker, Corporal Kirkland gave compelling and courageous testimony yesterday, or this week, before a parliamentary committee. He is a true Canadian hero.
I have sought and received assurances from the Department of National Defence, from our military, that he will receive every and all benefits to which he is entitled.
I will go further and commit to him and his family that he will suffer no ramifications for his testimony. We need to hear from veterans like Corporal Kirkland, and as well he will not suffer any consequences from coming forward.
In addition to that, he will continue to serve as long as he decides to serve in the Canadian Armed Forces.