Good afternoon, colleagues. I call this meeting to order, and as I usually do, I acknowledge that we are meeting on the unceded territory of the Algonquin Anishinabe nation.
Welcome to meeting number 11 of the Standing Committee on Natural Resources. Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format pursuant to the Standing Orders.
I'd like to remind members and witnesses in the room that you can use the earpiece on the table in front of you and select the desired channel for interpretation. All comments should be addressed through the chair.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted on Thursday, September 18, 2025, the committee will resume its study of the forestry industry.
I'd like to welcome our witnesses on the first panel.
We have, from the Canadian Wood Pallet and Container Association, Scott Geffros, chief executive officer. From the Forest Products Association of Canada, we have Derek Nighbor, president and CEO.
Welcome, Scott and Derek. You will each have five minutes or less for your opening remarks.
Mr. Geffros, we'll start with you. You have the floor for five minutes.