It's nice to have you back, Mr. Calkins.
He is, of course, an experienced member of this particular committee.
That being said, let's introduce our guests.
First I want to introduce, from the Aquaculture Association of Nova Scotia, Mr. Tom Smith, who is joining us in person. Joining us by video conference from one of the most beautiful places on the planet, if I do say so, St. Andrews, New Brunswick—I'm a little biased—we have Maria Recchia, who is the executive director for the Fundy North Fishermen's Association. We also have with us Lois Mitchell, the designated board representative from the Fundy North Fishermen's Association.
We're going to start with you, Mr. Smith. Your group gets up to 10 minutes for an opening statement.