Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I too would like to mention the fact that it is International Translation Day. I want to thank the interpreters because I rely on great deal on their services.
I would also like to thank each one of the witnesses for coming here to testify this afternoon.
My first question is for Mr. Paul Misener. You can let me know if I am giving an accurate synopsis of your presentation. You stated that there should be no restrictions or limits on business-to-business emails and that between a business and a consumer or client, the period of implied consent for contact should be five years. Could you clarify this five-year period for me? Does the clock start when the file is opened, or when the last email or communication is sent?
Have you thought about this timeframe? Would the clock start running immediately on this five-year period you are proposing, or is there a transition phase to allow for the application of the provisions?