Good morning.
I'd like to start by indicating that we are on the unceded territory of the Algonquin people.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), and the motion adopted on Wednesday, October 26, 2016, the committee resumes its study on the subject matter of Bill S-3, an act to amend the Indian Act (elimination of sex-based inequities in registration).
We have many panellists who have travelled far to present to our committee, so I wish to get on with the matter of business.
We have 10 minutes for each presentation. Some groups have one presenter; others have two. It's up to you how to divide your time. We will be fairly strict on time. I'll try to give you a warning ahead of time—three minutes, two minutes, one minute, cut—so have a look at me and I'll try to signal how much time you have.
Our first panel includes representatives from the Assembly of First Nations of Quebec and Labrador; Viviane Michel and Cynthia Smith from Quebec Native Women; and Lynn Gehl.
We have Chief Picard on the line, by teleconference.
In front of us is Mr. Norton.
Perhaps you could lead off and tell us how you would like to proceed.