I call the meeting to order. Good afternoon.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on March 8, the committee will continue its study on the federal government's initiative to resettle Syrian refugees.
Appearing before us today is the Honourable Peter Kent as well as Rabea Allos, who is representing the Catholic Refugee Sponsors Council. I welcome both of you.
We will begin with a brief statement from the Honourable Peter Kent.