I call the meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 89 of the Standing Committee on Procedure and House Affairs.
The committee is meeting today to study the question of privilege related to the member for Wellington—Halton Hills and other members.
Before we begin, I remind you that all comments go through the chair. The clerk and I will maintain a consolidated speaking list.
We have with us today, from the Department of Foreign Affairs, Trade and Development, Rob Stewart, deputy minister, international trade.
DM Stewart, you will have up to five minutes for your opening comments. Welcome to PROC. We pass the floor over to you.