The meeting is resumed.
Before we begin, I would like to make a few comments for the benefit of members and witnesses.
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I remind you that all comments should be addressed through the chair.
I would now like to welcome our second panel of guests.
First, we have Ms. Sue Bookchin, executive director of the Be the Peace Institute.
Next, we're joined by Ms. Mylène Bigaouette, acting director of the Fédération des maisons d'hébergement pour femmes. She is accompanied by Julie St‑Pierre-Gaudreault, adviser, policy issues.
Finally, we welcome Jasmine De Fina, executive director of SafeHope Home.
We will begin with the opening statements.
Ms. Bookchin, the floor is yours for five minutes.