Good morning. I call the meeting to order. Welcome to meeting number 84 of the House of Commons Standing Committee on Veterans Affairs.
Today's meeting is taking place in a hybrid format, pursuant to the Standing Orders.
Although the room is equipped with a high-quality audio system, feedback can occur. This can be extremely detrimental to the interpreters and can cause them serious injury. When you are wearing your earpiece, please do not get too close to the mike, to prevent this interference.
Keep in mind that all comments by members and witnesses should be addressed through the chair.
Lastly, this is a reminder to committee members to send their recommendations for the draft report on the experience of women veterans to the clerk by next Wednesday, March 6.
Before I introduce our witnesses, I have a request from Ms. Blaney, who would like to say something.
Ms. Blaney, the floor is yours.