On this Tuesday, November 16, 2010, I would like to welcome you all to this 29th meeting of the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage.
Welcome to this 29th meeting of the Standing Committee on Canadian Heritage on Tuesday, November 16, 2010.
We are here pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) for a study of the eligibility criteria of the marquee tourism events program.
We have in front of us today representatives from the Canadian Tourism Commission, Mr. Klassen, the senior vice-president, marketing strategy and communications; and Madame Beauchamp, executive director of corporate communications and government relations.
We'll begin with an opening statement.