I call this meeting to order.
This is a continuation of our study on the manufacturing sector. We have before us members representing the Energy Dialogue Group to talk about the relationship between energy and the manufacturing sector.
It is one of the items identified in our interim report, which was presented in June, as one of the main challenges to the manufacturing sector in terms of dealing with energy costs as an input into their process. We're here today to have witnesses present on that issue and on how energy has a manufacturing component as well.
We have with us three members representing three associations that are all members of the Energy Dialogue Group: Michael Cleland, president and CEO of the Canadian Gas Association; Hans Konow, president and CEO of the Canadian Electricity Association; and Dane Baily, vice-president of the Canadian Petroleum Products Institute.
Welcome, gentlemen.
I believe, Mr. Cleland, you'll be presenting the opening statement for everyone here. I understand you have about a ten- or fifteen-minute statement. We typically have ten-minute opening statements, but because you're presenting for all three here today, we will allow twelve to fifteen minutes.
Welcome to the committee. We look forward to your presentation.