I'd like to start by saying thank you to Ms. Lavell-Harvard and Mr. Peters for being here today. Your passionate presentation can't help but touch our hearts.
I would also like to say that I am very proud to have two indigenous women in my life, and that is the reason why I am here today. I am very proud to say that.
Ms. Lavell-Harvard, we've seen many studies and inquiries done over the years for the MMIW. You spoke about breaking the systemic cycle. This government, in budget 2016, has announced that it is putting forward $40 million. I've read some of your recommendations.
What else can we do to ensure that we are leaving a legacy of action, and not a legacy of books on shelves? What other kinds of mechanisms can ensure that this money, and any money that this government has put in place or has pledged, gets to those critical areas it is intended for?