Good afternoon, everyone.
We're here pursuant to the order of reference made on Wednesday, December 2, 2008, to study Bill C-4, An Act respecting not-for-profit corporations and certain other corporations.
I'd like to welcome our four witnesses today. From Imagine Canada, we have Madam Cathy Barr, vice-president of operations. We have Madame Susan Manwaring, a partner at Miller Thomson LLP. From the Canadian Red Cross Society, we have Madam Pam Aung Thin, who is the national director of public affairs and government relations, and Mr. Alan Reid, general counsel. Welcome to all of you.
I want to let members of the committee know that you've been given two documents, in both official languages. The first is a submission from Imagine Canada, and the second is a very in-depth comparison of the various iterations of this bill in front of us from previous Parliaments, which our analyst has prepared for us.
Thank you very much for that work.
She's also indicated that you will get an electronic copy at your office at some future time.
Without further ado, we'll start with Imagine Canada. You have 10 minutes for your opening statement.