I call the meeting to order. Pursuant to the order of reference received May 10, 2016 and Standing Order 108(2), the committee will now begin its study of the supplementary estimates (A) for 2016-17 and the 2016 immigration levels plan.
Appearing before us today is Minister McCallum, along with senior department officials.
Minister, I would like to call vote 1a under Citizenship and Immigration Canada and invite you to make your opening statement.
Minister, the floor is yours.