I don't have anyone here in that regard, but I'm certain we could work through that.
Thanks, Jean-François, I appreciate it.
We have before us Joe Preston, member of Parliament for Elgin—Middlesex—London, as well as Wayne Smith, who is Canada's chief statistician. With Mr. Smith is Mitch Davies. He's the assistant deputy minister, strategic policy sector, Industry Canada.
We'll begin with opening remarks. I think there have been discussions among everyone at the table and because of the nature of the bill, when we move to questions it will be whoever has questions, and we'll be able to have a very orderly and efficient meeting.
Mr. Preston, if you want to go ahead with your remarks first, we'll go to Mr. Smith after that.