Good morning, everyone.
Pursuant to the order of reference of Monday, November 19, 2018, the committee is resuming its study of labour shortages of the greater Toronto and Hamilton area.
We're very pleased to be joined by a very full panel today. We have quite a few speakers but we have the full two hours to ask questions.
Joining us from BuildForce Canada is Bill Ferreira, executive director, Ottawa office. Also from BuildForce, we have Robert Collins, senior economist, Toronto office.
From the Canadian Chamber of Commerce, we have Leah Nord, director, skills and immigration policy.
From the Carpenters' District Council of Ontario, we have Mike Yorke, president and director of public affairs; and Mark Lewis, general counsel.
From the Canadian Home Builders' Association, we have Kevin Lee, chief executive officer.
From the Ontario Home Builders' Association, we have Rick Martins, president; and Joe Vaccaro, chief executive officer.
Welcome, everyone, and thank you for being here.
We're going to start with BuildForce Canada for seven minutes.
Mr. Ferreira, you have the floor.