International Trade committee  —of the Canadian government, and specifically the transport minister, Lisa Raitt, has concluded a process to upgrade the Canadian aviation regulations. I would like to compliment the government. I think they've done an excellent job going forward. I would like to compliment Trans

International Trade committee  I think it's a great initiative. It's a step up for the country. Our regulations have not been updated since 1996.

International Trade committee  Thank you very much.

International Trade committee  Thank you, ladies and gentlemen. It's a pleasure to be here this afternoon. Mr. Chair, honourable members of the committee, thank you for the invitation to appear before you to discuss matters relating to the transportation sector. My comments today address the aviation industry