I call this meeting to order. Good afternoon, everyone.
I would like to point out that the sound tests were done with today's witnesses.
Thanks to everyone for joining us. We apologize to our witnesses for the delayed start to this committee meeting. We had three votes in the House, and that's the reason for this delay. Also, I want to extend, on behalf of the committee, my most sincere gratitude to all of you for making yourselves available on such short notice to start this study with us.
Welcome to meeting number 41 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Industry and Technology. Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and a motion adopted by the committee on Monday, September 26, 2022, the committee is meeting to study the current state of blockchain technology in Canada and its potential for innovation.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the House order of Thursday, June 23, 2022.
Today, we are fortunate to have with us Laure Fouin and Matthew Burgoyne, co‑chairs of the Digital Assets and Blockchain Group at Osler, Hoskin & Harcourt LLP.
We are also welcoming Pascal St-Jean, president of 3iQ Corporation, who is here with us in Ottawa.
Finally, we are welcoming Justyna Osowska, founder of Women in Blockchain Canada.
Thank you all for joining us. I would like to remind you that interpretation services are available and that you can speak in the language of your choice.
Without further ado, I give the floor to Mrs. Fouin for five minutes.