I'll ask the committee if they agree. If they do, I'll ask everyone in the room to please stand for a moment of silence.
Thank you all very much. Merci beaucoup.
For the witnesses and for the folks in the room today, I extend our welcome as well from our chairperson, Mr. Royal Galipeau. Unfortunately, Mr. Galipeau is under the weather and so I've assumed the chair, but I'm sure he sends his best wishes as well.
Mr. Parent, I understand you'll be starting first. We look forward to your remarks, sir, please go ahead, and thank you for coming.