I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 34 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on National Defence. Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Thursday, October 2, 2025, the committee is meeting to complete the original study of the Department of National Defence and Canadian Armed Forces contaminated sites, which began the previous session.
Today’s meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders. Members are attending in person and remotely using the Zoom application.
Before we continue, I would ask participants to consult the guidelines on the table. These measures are to help prevent audio and feedback incidents and to protect the health and safety of the interpreters. Please wait until I recognize you by name before speaking. For members on Zoom, please use the “raise hand” function. For interpretation, use the earpiece and select the appropriate language channel. Again, all comments should be addressed through the chair.
I would like to welcome our witnesses. We have Sarah Perreault, mayor, City of Shannon; and Serge Villandré, chief administrative officer, City of Terrebonne.
We'll start with opening remarks, and I'll pass it over to the mayor to please proceed.