Good afternoon, everyone.
We're here to continue our study on market diversification in the energy sector. Today we start with our first group of witnesses on product diversification.
First, as an individual, we have Jeff Rubin, economist and author. Welcome.
We have from First Nations Summit, Grand Chief Edward John, political executive member. Welcome to you.
We also have, by video conference from Vancouver, British Columbia, Stephen Brown, president of the Chamber of Shipping of British Columbia. Welcome to you, sir.
We'll have presentations of around seven minutes in the order listed on the agenda.
We'll start with you, Mr. Rubin. Go ahead with your presentation, please.