I call the meeting to order.
Good afternoon, colleagues, and guests.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2), we will continue with our study of the defence of North America.
We have two witnesses before us today from the Canadian Defence and Foreign Affairs Institute: Mr. Brian Bow, a fellow with the CDFAI, and Lieutenant-General George Macdonald, retired, also a fellow of the institute. Gentlemen, please make your opening statements.