I call this meeting to order.
Good afternoon, strangers. We haven't seen each other for a long time here at OGGO, so welcome back. Welcome to meeting number 91 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Government Operations and Estimates.
Pursuant to Standing Order 81(5) and the order of reference adopted by the House of Commons on Thursday, November 9, 2023, the committee is meeting on the study of the supplementary estimates (B) for 2023-24.
I'll remind you to please not put earpieces next to microphones, as it causes feedback and potential injury.
Before I turn things over to Minister Anand, I would like to wish our colleague Kelly Block a happy birthday. Happy birthday, Mrs. Block.
We have a five-minute opening statement by Minister Anand.
Please go ahead.