Good afternoon, colleagues and Chair.
Thank you to all the witnesses who are providing input into this discussion.
Many groups are under-represented in Canadian agriculture, whether they are youth, women, indigenous people or persons with disabilities.
Can the Department of Agriculture and Agri-Food share what initiatives are in place to help address the key issues and barriers they often face to thriving in the sector?
I know Mr. Forbes had to step out, so this is for Madame Guérard.