Good morning. This is our second meeting.
This is the Legislative Committee on Bill C-27. Pursuant to the order of reference of Thursday, April 5, 2007, we are studying Bill C-27, An Act to amend the Criminal Code (dangerous offenders and recognizance to keep the peace).
Appearing in front of us now we have the pleasure of having Honourable Rob Nicholson, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada; and from the Department of Justice, Mr. Doug Hoover, senior official. Welcome to both of you.
Mr. Nicholson, please give your introductory remarks.