Kim Guttormson

Good morning, and welcome, everyone, to Cenovus' Virtual Annual Meeting of Shareholders. I'm Kim Guttormson, Director of Communications.

I'd first like to acknowledge that in our many operating areas, we work on the traditional lands of multiple indigenous peoples. In Canada, this includes First Nations, Metis and Inuit. And in the United States, this includes tribal nations. We extend our most sincere thanks and respect to the members of these nations. Today, we're holding our annual meeting in a virtual format, which allows a broader base of shareholders to participate regardless of your location.

Before turning the meeting over to Alex Pourbaix, Chair of Cenovus' Board, I'll take a minute to explain how the meeting will work. If you are a registered shareholder or duly appointed proxy holder, your information screen displays instructions on how to participate in the meeting, including voting and submitting questions. The ability to vote or ask a question is available for registered shareholders and duly appointed proxy holders only. All other guests are in listen-only mode.

Polling is now open, and voting details are displayed on your information screen. If you've already voted, you don't need to take any further action unless you'd like to change your vote. We'll close the polls following the final voting matter. If you are a registered shareholder or a duly appointed proxy holder, you may submit questions at any time during the meeting. Select the Questions tab found at the left or bottom of the screen and type in your question. Please note that questions related to voting matters will be