The Hon. the Speaker: Sorry, minister, your time is up.

Honourable colleagues, I apologize for interrupting the session, but I was informed before the minister came that when voting started at the House, she would have to step out for about 30 seconds. We will suspend for 30 seconds while the minister steps outside to vote, and we will add that to the time.

(The sitting of the Senate was suspended.)

(The sitting of the Senate was resumed.)

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[Translation]

The Hon. the Speaker: Honourable senators, I regret I have to interrupt proceedings, but it is time is for Question Period. We will suspend for a minute while Minister Hutchings takes her seat, and then we will continue with Question Period.

(The sitting of the Senate was suspended.)

(The sitting of the Senate was resumed.)