I call the meeting to order.
Welcome, dear colleagues.
This is meeting number 91 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights.
Happy new year, everyone. I have no doubt that we will continue in 2024 with the same collegiality and respectful atmosphere that we are used to in this committee. Thank you for that.
We're here today to discuss the request for an emergency meeting pursuant to Standing Order 106(4).
The meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders. Members are attending in person in the room and remotely using the Zoom application. We have two members on Zoom. I believe, since there are no witnesses outside of the members, that you're all very well versed in the rules in terms of how you are supposed to use the Zoom application.
I wish to inform you that all the sound tests were completed successfully.
There are no issues with the sound for those attending on Zoom.
Colleagues, we have circulated the Standing Order 106(4) meeting request received by the clerk on Friday afternoon. This request pertains to judicial vacancies, and we are here to discuss this subject.
I will open up the floor with Mr. Moore.