Honourable senators, I wish to draw your attention to the presence in the gallery of Bob Plamondon and Hélène Fortin, external members of the Standing Committee on Audit and Oversight. They are the guests of the Honourable Senators Klyne, Deacon (Nova Scotia), Loffreda and Wells (Newfoundland).

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

Hon. Senators: Hear, hear!