I call this meeting to order. Welcome to meeting number 21 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance.
Pursuant to the order of reference of Monday, February 2, 2026, the committee shall commence consideration of Bill C-19, an act to amend the Income Tax Act.
I would like to welcome Minister Champagne. He is joined by the assistant deputy minister of the tax policy branch, Maude Lavoie.
With that, Minister, you have five minutes for opening remarks. Please go ahead.