I'm calling the meeting to order.
Good afternoon, everyone. I hope everyone had a great Thanksgiving. Welcome back. This is meeting number seven of the Standing Committee on International Trade.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Thursday, September 18, the committee is resuming its study of Canada and the forthcoming CUSMA review.
We have with us today, as an individual by video conference, Barry Appleton, a professor. From Unifor, we have Lana Payne, national president, and Angelo DiCaro, director, research department. From the Canadian SHIELD Institute, we have Vass Bednar, managing director.
Welcome to you all.
We will start with opening remarks.
Mr. Appleton, go ahead with your opening remarks for up to five minutes, please.