Colleagues, we will resume the meeting. Welcome back.
I would like to take a moment to recognize our witnesses.
Appearing as an individual, we have Firdaus Kharas. From Cooperation Canada, we have Kate Higgins, chief executive officer. From Food Secure Canada, we have Aaron Vansintjan, policy researcher. From Frontier Duty Free Association, we have Barbara Barrett, executive director.
I would like to remind participants of the following points. Please wait until I recognize you by name before speaking. I would like to remind witnesses that committee members may ask questions in either English or French. If you require interpretation, please make sure that you have your earpiece in so that we can use the time we have effectively. I remind you that all comments should be addressed through the chair.
You will each have five minutes for your opening remarks, and then we will move to questions from members.
We will begin with you, Mr. Kharas.