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Minutes of Proceedings

44th Parliament, 1st Session
Meeting 76
Thursday, September 21, 2023, 11:02 a.m. to 12:29 p.m.
In Camera
Presiding
Karen Vecchio, Chair (Conservative)

• Lisa Hepfner (Liberal)
• Wilson Miao (Liberal)
Library of Parliament
• Clare Annett, Analyst
• Dominique Montpetit, Analyst
• Vanessa Preston, Analyst
The committee proceeded to the consideration of matters related to committee business.

It was agreed, — That the committee conduct a study of Pre-Budget Consultations in Advance of the 2024 Budget; and provide recommendations to the Standing Committee on Finance.

It was agreed, — That, pursuant to Standing Order 108 (2), the committee undertake a study examining women’s economic empowerment with a focus on gender gaps, participation and retention of women in fields, including STEM and the skilled trades; access to financing, social enterprises and cooperatives, mentorship, training, and empowering businesses owned or operated by women, including groups facing additional barriers; that the committee hear from witnesses for five meetings; that the committee report its findings to the House; and that, pursuant to Standing Order 109, the government table a comprehensive response to the report.

At 12:29 p.m., the committee adjourned to the call of the Chair.



Stephanie Bond
Clerk of the committee