I call this meeting to order.
Welcome, everyone, to meeting number 20 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Health.
The committee is meeting today to study the emergency situation facing Canadians in light of the second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Before we get going, I wish to emphasize that everyone has the right to participate fully in these proceedings in the official language of their choice. If, at any time, there is an interruption or problem with the translation services, I urge affected members to advise the chair or the clerk without delay. We will do our best to correct the situation.
At this time, I'd like to welcome our witnesses.
We have, as an individual, Dr. Gary Kobinger, professor, Université Laval. From the National Research Council of Canada, we have Mr. Mitch Davies, president. From the University of Alberta and Entos Pharmaceuticals, we have Dr. John Lewis, professor.
With that, I will invite the witnesses to make a six-minute statement.
Dr. Kobinger, please go ahead for six minutes, please.