I now call this meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 22 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Transport, Infrastructure and Communities.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted by the committee on Thursday, December 11, 2025, the committee is beginning its study on supporting, diversifying and modernizing Quebec and Canada's ports.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders.
I'd like to make a few comments for the benefit of witnesses and members.
Those participating by video conference on Zoom, click on the microphone icon to activate your mic, and please mute yourself when you are not speaking. At the bottom of your screen, you can select the appropriate channel for interpretation: floor, English or French. Those in the room, you can use the earpiece and select the desired channel. I will remind you that all comments should be addressed through the chair. Members in the room, if you wish to speak, please raise your hand. The clerk and I will manage the speaking order as best we can. We appreciate your patience and understanding in this regard.
Colleagues, I'd now like to welcome our witnesses for the first hour today.
We have, from the Hamilton-Oshawa Port Authority, Ms. Larissa Fenn, vice-president of corporate affairs. From the Nanaimo Port Authority, we have Ian Marr, president and chief executive officer, who is here by video conference. From the Québec Port Authority, we have Olga Farman, chief executive officer, who is here by video conference as well.
Welcome to you all. Thank you all for taking the time to join us today.
We'll begin with opening remarks.
I will turn the floor over to you, Ms. Fenn. You have five minutes, please.