Justice committee  If I may, I'd like to add to what the minister said. I totally agree with it. I appreciate the question from Mr. Battiste and I'll expand on it to say that in addition to the perspective, experience and commitment that Justice O'Bonsawin will bring to the court, the element of diversity will add to the deliberation of the court on all of the matters it's dealing with and will add to the appreciation that Canadians have for the capabilities, reputation and integrity of the court itself.

Justice committee  Mr. Chair, members of the committee and Minister, good morning. It is a great honour to serve as chairperson of the Independent Advisory Board for Supreme Court of Canada Judicial Appointments. It is also an honour to appear before this committee this morning. I am here as chair of an impressive and dedicated group of Canadians who served with me as members of the independent advisory board for nominations to the Supreme Court of Canada.