Colleagues, we can resume now.
Mr. Prud'Homme has arrived.
Welcome to the committee, Mr. Prud'Homme.
Thank you for coming. I appreciate your making the effort to get through the snowstorm. In light of the lateness, we have extended the period of time we have with you. As you know, as I'm sure our clerk has briefed you, you have an opportunity to make an opening statement and, thereafter, members will ask you questions.
Mr. Prud'Homme, do you have an opening statement?