From what we've heard from Treasury Board, I don't think there is going to be any follow up to the government's study or consultations in the coming months or years. From what I understand, no recommendations were made in that regard. There has been no indication that changes will be made to the act, despite the recommendations from my office and from many stakeholders involved in the process.
The next step is the tabling of your report. I think that the committee's report will be essential in determining whether changes need to be made to the act. I am counting on you to table a report with recommendations regarding the act. We are often told that changes need to be made to the system, and I agree. The act needs to be amended so that we can advance the access to information process and make positive changes.
In July, we will be celebrating the 40th anniversary of the Access to Information Act. In all those years, no major changes have been made to any of the exemptions or exclusions.