We urge all parties, especially considering the current economic slowdown, to work together to ensure that self-employed Canadians, including artists, are able to contribute to and benefit from the EI system. We must harness the full economic potential of this important industry by supporting the very creators themselves and make sure that we are on an equal footing with other Canadian workers.
Thank you very much, Madam Chair. We'd be happy to answer questions when it's appropriate.