Let's formalize that before we conclude.
Welcome to meeting number 120 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Human Resources, Skills, Social Development and the Status of Persons with Disabilities.
Before we begin, I want to clarify a few points.
Again, for those appearing in the committee room, please, when you're not using your earpiece, set it face down on the assigned spot. Also, while the microphone is live, please avoid, if you can, touching it to ensure that there is no sound popping, which can be harmful to the translators.
As well, I'll remind you to speak slowly if you can, which benefits the translation.
For those appearing virtually, this meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to House of Commons Standing Orders.
You have the option to speak and participate in the official language of your choice. For those in the room, you have interpretation services through your earpiece. You can select which option you wish, through the device. For those appearing virtually, refer to the bottom of your screen and click on the globe icon to choose the official language of your choice.
If there is a breakdown in translation, please get my attention. For those attending virtually, use the “raise hand” icon. For those in the room, simply raise your hand. We'll suspend while it is being corrected.
I would remind everyone to please address all comments and questions through the chair. Wait until I recognize you by name and we will proceed.
This morning, we have one witness with us for roughly the first hour. From the Office of the Federal Housing Advocate, we have Ms. Marie-Josée Houle, federal housing advocate.
Madam, you have five minutes, please.