Dear colleagues, I call us to order.
Welcome to our witnesses. We are meeting in a webcast session.
Welcome to meeting number 14 of the Standing Committee on Science and Research.
The Board of Internal Economy requires that committees adhere to the following health protocols, which are in effect until June 23, 2022. All individuals wishing to enter the parliamentary precinct must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. All those attending the meeting in person must wear a mask, except for members who are in their place during proceedings. Please contact the clerk of the committee—and we're delighted to have Cédric tonight—for further information on preventive measures for health and safety.
As the chair, I will enforce these measures, and as always, thank you for your co-operation.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format pursuant to the House order of November 25, 2021.
I'd like to outline a few rules to follow. Interpretation services are available for this meeting. You may speak in the official language of your choice. At the bottom of your screen, you may choose to hear floor audio, English, or French. The “raise hand” feature is on the main toolbar, should you wish to speak.
I remind you that all comments should be addressed through the chair.
When you are not speaking, your microphone should be muted. The committee clerk and I will maintain a speaking list for all members.
To our witnesses tonight, welcome. We're delighted to have you. This is a new committee, science and research, and this is our third study on small modular nuclear reactors.
In our first of three panels tonight, we have, in person, John Gorman, president and chief executive officer, from the Canadian Nuclear Association. From Moltex Energy, we have Rory O'Sullivan, chief executive officer for North America; and from Ontario Tech University, we have Kirk Atkinson, associate professor and director, Centre for Small Modular Reactors.
Welcome to all.
Each of you will have five minutes to speak. At the four and a half minute mark, I will hold up a yellow card, and you will have 30 seconds to finish.
We will begin with John Gorman from the Canadian Nuclear Association.
The floor is yours. Welcome.