Good morning, everyone, and welcome to meeting number three of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Pursuant to the order of reference of Monday, October 29, 2007, we are examining Bill C-8, an Act to amend the Canada Transportation Act (railway transportation).
Joining us today, we have our guests: from the Railway Association of Canada, Mr. Cliff Mackay; from Canadian Pacific Railway, Mr. Marc Shannon; from Canadian National Railway, Mr. Jean Patenaude; and from Ottawa Central Railway, Mr. James Allen.
It's my understanding that Mr. Mackay will be presenting. We have 10 minutes. I'm not opposed to your sharing the 10 minutes, but then we'll go to a question and answer session from the committee.
Mr. Mackay.