We'll call the meeting to order.
My apologies, witnesses. What we were discussing is that due to the votes tonight, we will try to cut at least the last two panels back to 45 minutes. We'll see what we do with the second panel, which is from WED, and whether or not they're here in time.
With that, I welcome the representatives from the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario. As you know, we've invited you before the committee because, pursuant to Standing Order 83(1), we are doing pre-budget consultations in advance of the 2017 budget. Our major theme is how to achieve better economic growth in Canada, and the economic development agencies are a fundamental part of that. I welcome Nancy Horsman, president, and the other representatives.
The floor is yours. Then we'll go to questions.