I call this meeting to order.
Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to meeting number 116 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates, also known as the mighty OGGO.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108.3(c) and the motion adopted by the committee on Wednesday, February 14, 2024, the committee is meeting to consider matters related to federal regulatory modernization initiatives.
I'll give a reminder to not adjust your earpieces near the microphone, as it causes feedback for our very valued interpreters.
We have four opening statements, and we'll start with Mr. Greer. We'll go from my left to your right.
Before we do, I want to make a short comment.
It's my 25th wedding anniversary today, so I want to give a shout-out to my wife for putting up with me for 25 years. I will note that I granted her gift request, which was to be away from her in Ottawa today. Happy anniversary to my lovely wife Sasha, and maybe we won't get to 26.
We'll start with Mr. Greer with a five-minute opening statement. Please keep it to no longer than five minutes, because I don't want to have to cut you off. Thanks very much.
Please go ahead, Mr. Greer.