I call to order the 18th meeting of the Standing Committee on Finance. We're continuing our study, pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), on the measures to enhance credit availability and the stability of the Canadian financial system.
We have four organizations with us here today. They are the Small Investor Protection Association, the Canadian Finance and Leasing Association, Financial Executives International Canada, and the Investment Counsel Association of Canada.
Could each of you make an opening presentation of five minutes? We'll proceed in that order.
We'll start with Mr. Buell. I believe we'll start with your presentation and work our way down the table.