International Trade committee  The second vice-chair position is a member from the other opposition. Are there any motions to that effect?

International Trade committee  Mr. André moves that Mr. Serge Cardin be elected second vice-chair. Is it the pleasure of the committee to adopt the motion? (Motion agreed to)

International Trade committee  I hereby declare Mr. Cardin elected second vice-chair. Monsieur Benoit, may I invite you to take the chair.

International Trade committee  Honourable members, I see a quorum. We can now proceed to the election of the chair. I'm ready to receive motions to that effect. You have the floor, Mr. Menzies.

International Trade committee  Mr. Menzies moves that Leon Benoit take the chair of this committee. Are there any other motions? Mr. Julian.

International Trade committee  Is it the pleasure of the committee to adopt the motion? (Motion agreed to)

International Trade committee  I declare Mr. Benoit chair of the committee.