I call the meeting to order.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), we are studying the adequacy of enforcement and penalties for infractions of the Fisheries Act.
For the first hour, by video conference, we have Bernie Berry from the Coldwater Lobster Association.
From the Prince Edward Island Fishermen's Association, we have Robert Jenkins, President, and Ian MacPherson, Executive Director.
As an individual, we have Alexandra Morton, Independent Biologist with the Pacific Coast Wild Salmon Society.
We'll start with Bernie Berry from the Coldwater Lobster Association. For your opening statement, you have seven minutes.