We're back.
I'd like to make a few comments for the benefit of the witnesses.
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Finally, I remind you that the use of a House-approved headset is mandatory for all of our participants in parliamentary proceedings.
I would now like to welcome our witnesses.
Appearing by video conference is Dr. George Rose, professor of fisheries. Representing SEA-NL, we have executive director Ryan Cleary, who needs no introduction in any of these committee rooms, I'm sure, and Mr. Merv Wiseman, ex-officio board member.
Thank you for taking the time to appear today. You each have five minutes for an opening statement.
We'll start with Dr. Rose, please, for five minutes or less.