Public Safety committee  I'd suggest the numbers are on the rise for exactly the reasons you've articulated. The opportunities for radicalization have been many. Some have arisen from charismatic leaders who may work with various groups within Canada, but even more opportunities have come through technological advancements.

Public Safety committee  Yes, I would agree with that statement absolutely. It has been taking place both in Canada, where we can try to influence it, and directly over the Internet through the likes of Anwar al-Aulaqi. Anwar al-Aulaqi was a former American citizen—he's now deceased—who was featured quite regularly in Inspire magazine, an al Qaeda publication.

Public Safety committee  I do indeed.

Public Safety committee  Mr. Chair and members of the committee, good afternoon. I am pleased to be here as part of the committee's discussion on matters related to Bill S-7, the combating terrorism act. Last week, the CSIS deputy director of operations, Mr. Michel Coulombe, gave comprehensive opening remarks to this committee on the subject.