National Defence committee  It would be better to put that question to Mr. Adams. In my view, what you're telling me is a matter that is really the responsibility of CSE, and I am not in a position today to give you an answer on that point.

National Defence committee  On June 18 of this year, the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence, appointed me Commissioner of the Communications Security Establishment. I must admit that it was with some apprehension and trepidation that I agreed to return—part time, I should specify—to public life.

National Defence committee  Thank you, Mr. Chairman, ladies, gentlemen, members of the committee. First I would like to thank you for giving me the opportunity to meet with you so soon after taking this job. Let me tell you a few things about myself. I am 66 years old, a retired judge of the Federal Court of Appeal and, since June 18 of this year, Communications Security Establishment Commissioner.