Thank you, Mr. Rogers.
Canada loves live music; indeed we do. That's a valid point.
Folks, now we're getting into the questions.
I'd just like to say something to our witnesses: If you want to get in on a conversation that's happening, you have to get the attention of the person asking the question. You can do that by waving at the screen; hopefully, the questioner will pick that up. I ask that the questioners please have a look at their gallery view to find out who wants to weigh in.
This is the first time in my life that I've ever chaired or been involved in a committee meeting where I'm the only member in the room. I'm not sure if I'm lonely or intoxicated with power. I'll figure that out, hopefully, by the end of the meeting.
Nevertheless, let's try to do this as quickly and smoothly as we can because it's a very important issue.
Mr. Shields, you have six minutes, please.