Yes, thank you very much.
We also have Chris van den Heuvel joining us today. He is the Director and Past President of the Nova Scotia Federation of Agriculture.
Welcome.
We also have Mr. Fred Phelps, the Executive Director of the Canadian Association of Social Workers.
Welcome.
Witnesses, we're going to give you six minutes each for your opening statements.
Robert Johnston, we'll begin with you. Please begin when you're ready.