Industry committee It's in that sense that the announcement linked to the cut, if you will, is a government decision. It's also for that reason that it's on the list in front of you.
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee If I am not mistaken, Monday's announcement called for a reduction of approximately $20 million for this year, and the same amount for next year. I think, as Mr. Bernier mentioned yesterday in the House, that this program still has enough money to continue investing in a number o
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee I would have to get back to you on that. With 24-hours notice, I did not have an opportunity to put together as large a file of analyses as I normally would. This program receives a number of applications. As I was saying, we expect to be in a position to make some announcement
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee As you know, I have only been in this job for a short time. Perhaps my colleague, Mr. Wright, could provide you with more information. When the minister was appointed, he undertook to review the program, because of a number of concerns with regard to its management and to ensure
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee I've been on the job since May 1st, and to the best of my knowledge, there haven't been any announcements about specific projects.
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee I've had the opportunity to work for different governments at the federal and provincial levels, namely for Mr. Rae and Mr. Harris. All of these governments had to deal with fiscal constraints, budgets, and budget cuts. Each government uses its own approach. It varies according t
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee This is getting dangerously close to the ministerial decision-making process. I'd better be very cautious. This is getting very close to the ministerial decision-making process, to what goes on between the deputy minister and the minister.
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni
Industry committee Thank you. My comments will be very brief, because I assume that if you've asked us to come and appear before you, it is not to listen to bureaucrats wax eloquently. My opening remarks are on the verge of being completed. We will do our best to answer your questions without e
September 28th, 2006Committee meeting
Richard Dicerni