Good morning, and welcome to the 56th meeting of the Standing Committee on the Status of Women. Today we are continuing our fascinating study on women in skilled trades and sciences, technology, engineering and mathematics occupations.
It is our pleasure today to welcome Mr. Ryan Montpellier, Executive Director of the Mining Industry Human Resources Council; Ms. Nancy Darling, Program Administrator, Women in Trades Training, Kelowna Campus, Okanagan College; and from Actua, Ms. Jennifer Flanagan, President and Chief Executive Officer.
Each group of witnesses will have 10 minutes for their presentation, which will be followed by a questions and comments period with the members of the committee.
We will begin with you, Mr. Montpellier. You have 10 minutes.