Yes, that's it.

Good morning, Mr. Chair.

Today with me is Inspector Murray Knowles of the Ottawa Police Service emergency operations division for public safety. He oversees major events and our traffic escort unit.

Good morning, Mr. Chair and members of the committee. I'm pleased to be here to answer questions related to the Ottawa Police Service's role in working with the RCMP and other security partners to ensure the safety and security of the parliamentary precinct.

Our traffic enforcement and escort officers are often called upon to carry out duties in the area of the parliamentary precinct. They are aware of and respect the parliamentary privileges of members of the House of Commons and senators.

The duties of the Ottawa Police officers include protecting the safety and security of individuals along the motorcade routes. These include members of the general public, pedestrians, motorists, and members of the motorcade. There are always risks involved in motorcades. Vehicles are moving quickly through populated areas, often carrying heads of state and other dignitaries. We minimize the risks through constant training and practice, including communication and cooperation with our security partners. I think that the opening statement provided by Commissioner Paulson has given you a clear and concise overview of our collective security operations.

Before closing, I want to add that our service has reviewed the video of the event on 25 September, spoken with the officers involved, and considered the operational plan. We are satisfied that any delay caused by Ottawa Police Service members during the time period in question was done in order to ensure the safety of pedestrians and motorists in the vicinity of the motorcade and in the motorcade itself.

I am pleased to answer any questions you may have.

I thank you once again for giving me this opportunity to make a presentation before the committee.

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