I would like to welcome our witnesses for the second panel of our committee meeting today.
Representing the Fish, Food and Allied Workers union, we have Dr. Erin Carruthers, fisheries scientist, by video conference. Representing the Intra-Quebec Sealers Association, we have Gil Thériault, director, by video conference. Representing the Sport Fishing Institute of British Columbia, we have, in person, Mr. Owen Bird, executive director, and Martin Paish, director, sustainable fisheries.
Thank you for taking the time to appear today. Each group will have up to five minutes for an opening statement.
We'll start with Dr. Carruthers, please.