I call the meeting back to order.
Today the committee is meeting to resume its study of the employment insurance program.
Ms. Pohlmann, I just want to make a few comments for your benefit.
Before speaking, please wait until I recognize you by name. When you're ready to speak, you can click on the microphone icon to activate your microphone.
Interpretation in this video conference will work very much like in a regular committee meeting. You have the choice, at the bottom of your screen, of either floor, English or French audio.
When speaking, please speak slowly and clearly. When you're not speaking, your microphone should be on mute.
I'd like to welcome you to the committee, not just welcome you but also thank you for providing a brief in advance. It actually has been circulated to the committee, just so you know.
Colleagues, this is Corinne Pohlmann, senior vice-president, national affairs and partnerships with the Canadian Federation of Independent Business.
You have the floor for five minutes. Welcome.