Good morning, everyone.
I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 41 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Finance.
I would like to remind participants of the following points as we get started.
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I remind you that all comments should be addressed through the chair.
Pursuant to Standing Order 83(1), the committee resumes its pre-budget consultations in advance of the 2026 budget.
I would now like to take a moment to welcome our witnesses.
From GIV3, we have John Hallward, chairman of the Hallmont Foundation.
From Imagine Canada, we have Bruce MacDonald, president and chief executive officer.
From the YMCA Canada, we have Kevin Muir, chief operating officer.
From the YWCA Canada, we have Aline Nizigama, national chief executive officer.
We will now begin with opening statements. You will each have five minutes.
Mr. Hallward, we will begin with you.