Good morning, everyone.
Welcome.
As we resume today's meeting, we have in front of us the following witnesses as individuals: Mr. Veall, who is a professor in the department of economics at McMaster University;
Mr. Beaud, who is the dean of the Faculty of Political Science and Law at the University of Québec in Montréal;
and Mr. Rutherford, who is a broadcaster.
As well, we have Mr. Oh, from the Chinese Business Association.
We also have Mr. Bélisle, from the Federation of University Professors of Quebec.
We have Mr. Murdoch from the Social Planning Council of Winnipeg; and via video conference, Madame Vonn from the British Columbia Civil Liberties Association.
Each of the witnesses will be given five minutes for opening remarks, beginning with Professor Veall.