We'll call this meeting to order.
We are going to continue with our study on the readiness of the Canadian armed forces.
Because of the bells, our first hour here has been cut short with our first witnesses, representatives of the Union of National Defence Employees. Joining us is John MacLennan, who is the national president, and Tim McGrath, who is a consultant.
Even though this was confidentially circulated to the committee on the weekend, it was in the media through the weekend and into Monday as well, so I'm a little disappointed that this wasn't tabled here first before it was turned over to the media. Regardless, it is what it is. There are some serious allegations in this report, and I don't know how much it has to do with readiness, but because of the gravity of the issues you are raising, I ask that you present it to committee now.
Mr. MacLennan, you have the floor.