Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I'd like to start with Mr. McCann.
I appreciate the comments of my colleague from across the way who spoke about the importance of the agricultural sector's voice in environmental policies, specifically in water policy. However, in my experience, that has not been the reality under this government at all.
I notice, Mr. McCann, that the National Agri-Food Water Action Plan states that a series of papers on the creation of the CWA mentioned supporting agri-food. However, agriculture formed a very small part of these documents, so I'm curious. From your perspective and that of your colleagues in the agricultural sector, is agriculture normally engaged meaningfully in water issues or in any environmental policy issues, the sustainable agricultural strategy and the Canadian water industry?
What is your perspective on the engagement with the agricultural community? Is it a consultation or is it a meaningful engagement?