Thank you very much.
Chair and committee members, on behalf of the Canadian Cancer Society, thank you for the opportunity to testify.
My name is Helena Sonea, director of advocacy, and with me today is Rob Cunningham, lawyer and senior policy analyst.
At the Canadian Cancer Society, we're proud to be the largest national charitable funder of cancer research in Canada. We also advocate to governments for policies that protect and improve the health of everyone in Canada. We've been at the forefront of historic advocacy wins like tobacco and asbestos, and the extension of Canada's EI sickness benefits. We also provide practical and compassionate support like lodging, transportation and more.
Regarding Bill C-5, our testimony will focus on part 1 regarding internal trade. While we understand the importance of strengthening the economy, our concern is that the health and environment standards will unintentionally be weakened.
I will turn things over to Rob.