I want to note that colleagues, when they're asking questions, tend to ignore the chair. We now have a new timer--this is particularly for Mr. Lemay--and a little chime will sound to let people know their time is up. It will be a musical occasion.
Minister Paradis, welcome to the committee. As you know, you have 10 minutes in which to make an opening statement, as you wish, and then members will ask questions in sequence.
Minister Paradis, please make your statement.
I'll ask the media to leave the room as well, please. Thank you.