I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 37 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on National Defence.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Monday, February 23, 2026, the committee is meeting to study the impact of the defence industrial strategy.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format.
Before we continue, I'll ask participants to consult the guidelines on the table. These measures are in place to help prevent audio and feedback incidents, as well as to protect the health and safety of our interpreters.
As a reminder to the witnesses and the members, please wait until I recognize you before speaking. If you wish to speak, please raise your hand.
I'd like to remind witnesses and committee members that you may ask questions in either French or English. If you need interpretation, please take a moment now to prepare your earpiece and select the listening channel you need in advance in order to take full advantage of the time allotted for questions and answers.
All comments should be addressed through the chair.
I'd like to welcome our witnesses now.
From Aéro Montréal, we have Mélanie Lussier, president and chief executive officer. From the Aerospace Industries Association of Canada, we have Mike Mueller, president and chief executive officer. From the Alliance of Canadian Defence Companies, we have Paul Ziadé, who is the co-chair. From U15 Canada, we have Robert Asselin, chief executive officer.
Folks, welcome. I appreciate your all being here.
Ms. Lussier, why don't we begin with you? You have up to five minutes.