Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Ms. Legault, thank you for taking the time to speak to the committee today.
You described a rather disturbing situation. As commissioner, you serve a vital function, ensuring that Canadians' right of access is duly respected.
You said that your office experienced a 30% jump in complaints in 2013-14 and that your budget is 9% smaller than it was in 2009. I think you said that you now had 11% less money than you did at the beginning of your term, despite a greater number of complaints.
As you pointed out, that is a major problem and you may have to make cuts to the program.
What do we do about it? What will the repercussions on your office be? Will Canadians' right of access be jeopardized as a result?