Ladies and gentlemen, I see a quorum, so we'll get started now.
This is the 35th meeting of the Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates.
Our witness this morning is Chief William Blair of the Toronto Police Service. As Chief Blair comes to the table, I want to welcome him on behalf of the committee and personally. Until very recently, the chief was a constituent of Scarborough--Guildwood.
So welcome to Ottawa, Chief. You've been before quite a number of parliamentary committees. Probably at times you're a bit more popular than you wish to be.
There is some time for your opening statement, and then my colleagues will wish to ask you questions.
Chief Blair, welcome, and please give your opening statement, if you have one.