I now call the meeting to order.
Welcome to meeting number 47 of the Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs. We have a number of witnesses with us this afternoon.
We have the opportunity to go until six o'clock. If witnesses would like to break for five minutes, because I know you've been here since three o'clock, just let me know and we'll adjust that.
Pursuant to Standing Order 108(2) and the motion adopted on Monday, October 3, 2022, the committee is resuming its study on the experience of women veterans.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format.
Before we welcome our witnesses, I would like to provide a trigger warning. We may be discussing experiences related to general health and mental health. This may be triggering to viewers, members or staff with similar experiences. If you feel distressed or need help, please advise the clerk.
I would like to remind all the witnesses and members of the committee to please address their comments through the chair.
I would like to introduce the witnesses that we are pleased to welcome.
From Coding for Veterans, we have Mr. Jeff Musson, executive director; and Elena Vazquez, master warrant officer, retired, student. From Helmets to Hardhats, we have Joseph Maloney, executive director; and Cora Saunders, outreach specialist, women and LGBTQ2+. From the National Association of Career Colleges, we have Michael Sangster, chief executive officer, and we have Patricia Henry, the military and veterans partnership program connect coordinator from Willis College. From Prince's Trust Canada, we have Kathleen Kilgour, senior program manager, and Kristin Topping, program ambassador.
I'd like to tell the witnesses that each group will have five minutes for their opening remarks. If you have much to say, let me know, and I will ask the members of the committee for unanimous consent to allow you to continue with your opening remarks.
We will start right away with Coding for Veterans.
Mr. Musson, you have the floor for five minutes. Please go ahead.