I call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 137 of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities.
Before we begin the meeting, I want to remind all in-person participants to read the best practices guidelines on the cards on the table. These measures are in place to protect the health and safety of all participants.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Monday, September 18, 2023, the committee is resuming its study on the regulation of recreational boating on Canada's waterways.
All witnesses have completed the required connection tests in advance of the meeting.
Appearing before us today, colleagues, we have, as an individual, Madame Sara Mercier-Blais, research associate at the Université du Québec à Montréal.
We welcome her, as well as her baby, Elliot, who is in the room.
We have, from Norfolk County, Ms. Amy Martin, mayor, by video conference. It's good to have you here with us.
Finally, from the Ontario Provincial Police, we have Sergeant Dave Moffatt, provincial marine coordinator, by video conference, and from the Port Dover Waterfront Preservation Association, we have Margaret Creighton, director. Welcome to you as well.
We will begin with your presentation, Ms. Mercier‑Blais. You have the floor for five minutes.