I'll call this meeting to order.
I want to thank our guests for being with us today.
We really do appreciate your coming. I apologize. You were here last week and things got delayed. I'm not sure if we're going to have any interruptions today, but such is the business of the House.
Once again, thank you for coming. We certainly look forward to your briefing on the European Union's ban on Canadian seal products and imports. I know you have an opening statement.
Mr. Hildebrand, please proceed.