Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Before I ask my next question, I'd first like to get an answer to what I asked the officials earlier. After I asked my question, we went to the next person on the list, Ms. Dabrusin, who took the floor and replied. I don't hold it against you, Mr. Chair, because I know things move very quickly.
My question was about Michael Geist, a recognized expert whose work and statements I have been following. I asked if they thought he had any credibility in this area. I asked not only Ms. Dabrusin, who did not answer me, but also the officials. I'm trying to get my head around the advice of outside experts in any area that is opposed to the advice of senior officials, whom I respect as well. It's possible that there will be confrontations. That's why people sometimes go to court; the parties offer testimony on both sides, and we try to find common ground or a solution.
So I would first like to hear whether or not officials at the Department of Canadian Heritage consider Michael Geist to be a credible expert. Then I'll ask my next question.