We are continuing our study on the Royal Canadian Navy and naval readiness as it relates to the defence of North America.
We have Patrick Finn, assistant deputy minister of materiel, and Lisa Campbell, assistant deputy minister, marine and defence procurement.
You have been here before. Thank you for coming.
I have to let you know that we'll probably be hearing a bell ring in 15 minutes or so. This might be a disruptive session, but we're going to do the best we can with the time we have available.
I will give the floor to Mr. Finn for his opening remarks.