EAR is one of Canada's largest and most active peace groups based in Vancouver.
I want to thank you for the opportunity to make a presentation to this committee. Although I intend to be very straightforward and some of my remarks may be rather blunt, my intention in no way should be construed as being disrespectful of the committee or its members. I wish to be clear that I have respect for the members of the committee and their work. I decided to attend this committee meeting not because I expect to have any influence on government policy. I actually expect to have little or no influence on current government policy.