I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting Number 94 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Science and Research.
Before I begin, I'd like to ask all members and other in-person participants to consult the cards on the table for guidelines to prevent audio feedback incidents. Only use an approved black earpiece. Please keep your earpiece away from the microphone at all times, and when you're not using the earpiece, put it face down on the sticker placed on the table for this purpose. Thank you all for your co-operation.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, and I'd like to make a few comments for the benefit of members.
We don't have anyone on Zoom right now. That's a rare treat, so that's great. The clerk and I will manage the speaking order as best we can. We appreciate your understanding in this regard. Also, as a reminder, all comments should be addressed through the chair.
I would like to welcome MP Dreeshen to our committee. You're filling in today, so thank you for joining us.
We also have Dave Epp, from Brantford.