The Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner has the responsibility to investigate complaints—either self-initiated or brought forward by members of Parliament or senators, either in their own right or on behalf of a member of the public—with respect to whether a public office holder has gotten himself into a conflict of interest. The role of the commissioner is to investigate those complaints and provide a report. Ultimately, the Prime Minister would determine whether any consequence or recourse is necessary.
On November 17th, 2009. See this statement in context.