Good afternoon, everyone. Welcome to the ninth meeting of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, pursuant to the order of reference of Wednesday, February 25, 2009, in regard to Bill C-3, An Act to amend the Arctic Waters Pollution Prevention Act.
Joining us today from Indian and Northern Affairs Canada are Mr. Patrick Borbey, assistant deputy minister, Northern Affairs, and John Kozij, director, strategic policy and integration directorate.
As we discussed earlier, you'll make your presentation, and then we'll certainly have some questions from members around the table.
Patrick, I would ask you to start.