I call the meeting to order.
Good morning, everyone. Welcome back.
This is meeting number two of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Access to Information, Privacy and Ethics.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(3)(h), the committee will proceed today to a briefing session with the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, followed by a briefing session with the Information Commissioner.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders. Members are attending in person in the room, and I don't believe we have anybody on Zoom.
Before we continue, I'm going to ask all the participants to consult the guidelines that are written on the cards on the table. These measures are in place to help prevent audio and feedback incidents and to protect the health and safety of our participants, including the interpreters. You'll also notice a QR code on the card, which links to a short awareness video.
I'd also like to make a few comments for the benefit of the witnesses and members.
Please wait until you're recognized by name before speaking. For those participating by video conference—if there is anybody—click on the microphone to activate it.
I will remind you that all comments need to be addressed through the chair.
For members in the room, please raise your hand if you wish to speak.
After saying that, I'd like to welcome our witnesses for the first hour today.
From the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner, we have Mr. Konrad von Finckenstein, who is the commissioner.
Sir, it's good to see you. It's been a long time, but we're finally again in front of each other.
We also have with us Lyne Robinson-Dalpé, director, advisory and compliance, and Melanie Rushworth, who is here again and is the director of communications, outreach and planning.
Commissioner, welcome to the committee. You have five minutes for your opening remarks. Please go ahead.