I call the committee back to order. I understand we are now televised and we will proceed with the order of the day, pursuant to the order of reference of Tuesday, December 10, 2013, Bill C-479, an act to amend the Corrections and Conditional Release Act (fairness for victims).
We'd like to welcome our first witness today, Mr. David Sweet, MP for Ancaster—Dundas—Flamborough—Westdale.
Mr. Sweet will have 10 minutes for his opening statement.
Please proceed.