Canadian Heritage committee  In terms of the issue of costs, I would say there are a few points. As Mr. Jean and Mr. Blais pointed out a moment ago, costs may certainly rise over the years, but the new technologies may certainly also reduce costs. In fact, using fewer people and more cutting edge technology

Canadian Heritage committee  How to do it is left to the CBC's discretion, as is explained in the plan. However, as the Minister said a moment ago, for some points there is very open communication with the CBC, and we can help it where possible.

Canadian Heritage committee  The question of the CBC's accountability has several facets. For its capital budget, for example, the CBC will approach the Department of Canadian Heritage and submit its capital expenditure plan to Treasury Board, and it is then approved. At other times, when it involves the bu

Canadian Heritage committee  We make sure the process is conducted properly, carried out, in a professional manner, essentially.

Canadian Heritage committee  As I said, there is a selection process, people are interviewed, and based on the criteria that are established, we have...

Canadian Heritage committee  No, not really.

Canadian Heritage committee  I think the process that was followed is no different from the processes followed for other organizations.

Canadian Heritage committee  As for any other appointment, the evaluation criteria are put on the table. They are set out in the position description or what is advertised in Canadian newspapers through the Gazette or website. As we said, the people applied, there is a selection committee, interviews are con

Canadian Heritage committee  The Department of Canadian Heritage is responsible for appointments for the Department of Canadian Heritage.

Canadian Heritage committee  Yes, we have recommendations and that results in a Governor in Council decision.