I call this meeting back to order. This is meeting 77 of the Standing Committee on Finance. Our orders of the day, pursuant to Standing Orders 108(2), are for a study of the economic and fiscal outlook.
We're very pleased to have with us today the Parliamentary Budget Officer.
Once again, Mr. Fréchette, welcome to the committee.
As well, to your officials who have been with us here many times, welcome back.
I understand you will have an opening statement. Perhaps you want to introduce your officials to us, then we'll have questions from members as well.