We will welcome our next witnesses. We're continuing our study to explore the potential of social financing in Canada.
Joining us now by way of video conference from Toronto and appearing as individuals, we have Ms. Meghan Joy, a doctor of philosophy candidate at Ryerson University; and Dr. John Shields, a full professor in the Department of Politics and Public Administration at Ryerson University.
Thank you for making yourselves available to be witnesses by video conference this afternoon. You will each have up to 10 minutes to present as an individual. If the video conference works appropriately, I'll give you a signal at one minute if you're approaching that 10-minute mark.
Ms. Joy, would you like to begin with your presentation?