I call the meeting to order.
We are here to talk about default prevention and management policy. I would like to, first of all, acknowledge that we're on unceded Algonquin territory, particularly at a time when Canada, from all parts of it, is starting to understand the truth, and to work through reconciliation. Thank you so much for coming.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), the motion adopted on February 21, 2017, the committee resumes its study of default prevention and management policy. This morning we have two groups for the first panel, the Swampy Cree Tribal Council from Manitoba, and Andrew Yesno from Matawa First Nations Management.
Welcome. The way that it works is that each group gets 10 minutes to present, and then there is a series of questions afterwards. One of the two groups will take the first round.
Chief, welcome.