I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting No. 88 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Agriculture and Agri-food.
I will start with a few reminders. Today’s meeting is taking place in a hybrid format. The proceedings will be made available via the House of Commons website. Just so you are aware, the webcast will always show the person speaking, rather than the entirety of the committee. Needless to say, dear colleagues,screenshots or taking photos of your screen is not permitted.
I'd like to begin by noting the presence today of Mr. Zuberi, who will be replacing Mr. Carr, and Mr. Boulerice, with whom Mr. MacGregor may perhaps be sharing his speaking time. Welcome to the committee.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Thursday October 19, 2023, the committee resume its study of efforts to stabilize food prices.
I would now like to welcome the first witness with us today, Mr. Eric La Flèche, President and Chief Executive Officer of Metro Inc.
Thank you very much for being here in person,Mr. La Flèche. You have five minutes for your opening address.