I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 116 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Fisheries and Oceans.
This meeting is taking place in a hybrid format pursuant to the Standing Orders. Before we proceed, I would like to make a few comments for the benefit of witnesses and members.
Please wait until I recognize you by name before speaking. For those in the room, you can use the earpiece and select the desired channel. Please address all comments through the chair.
Today we're studying derelict and abandoned vessels. Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted on February 27, 2024, the committee is commencing its study of derelict and abandoned vessels.
I want to welcome our witnesses here today.
From the Department of Fisheries and Oceans, we have Mr. Brooks, director, marine environmental and hazards response; Ms. Nghiem, director general, response; and Ms. Verville, compliance and enforcement. On Zoom, we have Stephanie Hopper, director general, small craft harbours program. From the Department of Transport, we have Mr. Henein, director, marine protection and environmental policy; Sean Rogers, executive director, legislative, regulatory and international affairs; and Joanne Weiss Reid, director, operations and regulatory development.
Thank you for taking time to appear today.
Ms. Nghiem, I believe you are the official who is delivering remarks. You have five minutes or less for your opening statement.
You have the floor.