Gordon, I've been following the discussion for several months. And just when I think I understand the issues and the proposed legislation, I stumble over what appear to be contradictions to my understanding. I usually wait until someone provides the answer. Today, however, after reading Senator Milne's presentation in HANSARD, April 30th, I decided to jump in. My understanding is that Bill S-13 provides for access (after 92 years) by individuals researching their family history. But HANSARD reports the Senator as having said: " Furthermore, historians or other researchers will only be allowed to have access to the records if a community leader, academic dean or a person of that stature reviews the research proposal and can vouch for the fact that the research will be beneficial to the community. " It was also my understanding that by default, personal information would not be released unless that individual had 'Opted Out' , yet the exchange between Senators Comeau and Milne indicates otherwise: " Hon. Gerald J. Comeau: Honourable senators, I have a question for Senator Milne. Did I understand correctly that, if one checks the box, he or she is not giving permission for these documents to be released, the documents are sealed forever? Senator Milne: That is correct. " Perhaps I'm not the only one who's confused. Richard --- Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.478 / Virus Database: 279 - Release Date: 19/05/03