Industry committee  Thank you. They are seeking clarity around reopening milestones, consistency in protocols between levels of government and between countries, and the need for governments to move with urgency to save the 2021 season. No business can survive two summers without revenue. As you will appreciate, much of Destination Canada's strength is found in the relationship it has with its partners, including provincial and territorial counterparts, the Indigenous Tourism Association of Canada and the private sector partners.

Industry committee  Absolutely, yes. There are six vacancies to be filled. I was part of a committee of four who completed over 30 interviews during the last month. We've presented a letter to the minister with our recommendations. That's where it's currently sitting.

Industry committee  Thank you for the question. With the committee, we were really looking for a diversity of representation across the country. We were looking for the most highly competent and skilled people in terms of tourism and the value they could bring. I certainly think that Niagara is an extremely important region for tourism in Canada.

Industry committee  Hello, and thank you for inviting me to speak to the committee today. My name is Monique Gomel, and I am the interim chair of Destination Canada’s board of directors. I am joined by Marsha Walden, president and CEO of Destination Canada. I would like to acknowledge that I am joining you from Vancouver, the traditional territories of the Coast Salish peoples: the Squamish, Tsleil-Waututh and Musqueam nations.