Official Languages committee  On the screen here, it says 17 minutes left. However, I think that is ParlVU and there is always a little delay. So you probably have 15 minutes.

Official Languages committee  Thank you Mr. Chair. The text of the motion on the subcommittee has the words “five members”. When Mr. Drouin read it, I don't think he said a number. Usually, the subcommittee is made up of five members. I do not know if he has a different intention.

Official Languages committee  Mr. Chair, normally, as the clerk, I receive motions for the election of the vice‑chairs.

Official Languages committee  Pursuant to Standing Order 106(2), the second vice-chair must be a member of an opposition party other than the official opposition. I am ready to receive motions for the election of the second vice-chair. Mr. Dalton, you have the floor.

Official Languages committee  Mr. Dalton is nominating Mr. Beaulieu. Are there any further motions? (Motion agreed to)

Official Languages committee  I declare the motion carried and Mr. Beaulieu duly elected second vice-chair of the committee.

Official Languages committee  That's possible, but it is not ringing now

Official Languages committee  Good afternoon, my dear committee members. I see a quorum. I must inform you that the clerk of the committee can only receive motions for the election of the Chair. The clerk cannot receive other types of motions, entertain points of order, or participate in debates. We can no

Official Languages committee  It has been moved by Mr. Drouin that Mr. Arseneault be elected Chair of the committee. Are there any further motions? The motion passed by the House specifies that I must conduct a recorded vote, unless the committee clearly gives its consent that the motion be carried. Is it

Official Languages committee  I declare the motion carried and Mr. Arseneault duly elected Chair of the committee.

Official Languages committee  I now invite Mr. Arseneault to take the chair.