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Pursuant to Standing Order 108(3)(i) and the motion adopted by the committee on Thursday, May 23, the committee commences its study of innovation, science and research in recycling plastics.
It's now my pleasure to welcome, from the Department of the Environment, Dany Drouin, director general, plastics and waste management directorate; and Thomas Kruidenier, executive director, substance prioritization, assessment and coordination division.
Up to five minutes will be given for opening remarks, after which we will proceed with rounds of questions.
Mr. Drouin, I invite you to make an opening statement of up to five minutes.