I call the meeting to order.
We'll now resume meeting number 16 of the Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities. Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders.
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The committee suspended its meeting on Tuesday, December 9, while debate was ongoing on a motion. Therefore, we are resuming this meeting and the debate on the motion, as amended, of Xavier Barsalou-Duval, moved on Thursday, November 6, 2025.
Colleagues, the speaking list, as we had it at last meeting, had Mr. Albas, followed by Mr. Muys. Mr. Lauzon just requested to put his name on the list as well.
Before I turn it over to Mr. Albas, I want to make a special announcement. It was the birthday of our good friend and analyst, Alexandre. Happy birthday, sir.
On that note, it's a pleasure for me to turn the floor over to you, Mr. Albas.