I call the meeting to order.
Welcome to the new witnesses. I'm just going to do a bit of housekeeping.
At the bottom of your screen, if you are here virtually, there will be a little icon that looks like a globe. You can press on that to listen to the interpretation.
All comments should be addressed through the chair.
I want to remind you that you're going to be asked questions in English or French. Please put on your earpieces so that you can get the interpretation if you need it.
I also want to say that I will give you a shout-out when you have a minute left or 30 seconds left.
Now, witnesses, you are going to have five minutes for each group, not for each person. You have made a decision about who is going to do that. As I said, I'll give you a shout-out.
I want to thank you for coming.
We have Monsieur Pierre D'Amours, biologist and salmon fishing guide.
From the Atlantic Salmon Federation, we have Nathan Wilbur, president, and Neville Crabbe, vice-president of communications and special projects.
From the Miramichi Salmon Association, we have William Dalton, president, and Mark Hambrook, president emeritus. They're appearing via video conference.
We shall begin, and I will start with Mr. D'Amours for five minutes, please.