Could you assure the committee that the original list that was forwarded to the minister is based on the professional opinion of engineers, technicians, and those involved directly on the ground in the small craft harbours program, versus the final list, which is actually announced in dribs and drabs over the course of the next summer? Do we as a committee actually have access to the original list that was forwarded by the department to the minister's office? Would you make that commitment to us based on transparency and accountability?
On May 8th, 2008. See this statement in context.