Public Safety committee  Thank you very much.

Public Safety committee  Thank you for your question. First, I would like to say again that we are supportive of the legislation. That is absolutely true. With respect to funding, it is true that there's only one taxpayer. However, if the funding were to come from the federal government, it would be more equitable because then all municipalities could access it.

Public Safety committee  Mr. Chair and members of the committee, my name is Micki Ruth. I am appearing today on behalf of the Canadian Association of Police Boards, or CAPB. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the chair and members of the committee for allowing me to speak to you today. CAPB realizes the important role all of you play, and I am glad to be able to contribute to this discussion.