Honourable senators, I wish to draw your attention to the presence in the gallery of Pam Hrick, Executive Director, Women’s Legal Education & Action Fund (LEAF); Kat Owens, Project Director; and Jen Gammad, Communications and Advocacy Manager. They are the guests of the Honourable Senator McPhedran.

On behalf of all honourable senators, I welcome you to the Senate of Canada.

Hon. Senators: Hear, hear!