Welcome, everybody, to the third meeting of the Standing Committee on Official Languages.
This morning, pursuant to Standing Order 108(3)(f), we will study support of the federal government to the francophone media.
This morning, we have the pleasure of welcoming the representatives of the written press and the media. Mr. Potié, Executive Director of the Association de la presse francophone, is with us this morning. He is accompanied by Ms. Geneviève Gazaille, Director of Communications and Government Relations. Welcome to the committee.
Also with us today is the Secretary General of the Alliance des radios communautaires du Canada, Mr. François Côté, who is accompanied by Mr. Simon Forgues, Development and Communications Officer.
First, I would ask you to give your opening presentation, and then we will go to the round of questioning.
Mr. Potié, the floor is yours.