The Hon. the Speaker: Honourable senators, I wish to draw your attention to the presence in the gallery of our Clerk’s family: his wife, Danièle, and his daughters Mélanie, Katrina, Gabrielle and Annika. Let me also note the presence of Pogo, the family pet.

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

The Hon. the Speaker: All those opposed to the motion will please say “nay.”

The Hon. the Speaker: In my opinion the “nays” have it.

And two honourable senators having risen:

The Hon. the Speaker: All those in favour of the motion will please say “yea.”