I think we've heard quite enough about the challenges faced by the commissioner and by the office to fulfill the mandate of this very important agent of Parliament. This is a fundamental issue of our democracy, a fundamental issue of transparency.
I think it's time to stop playing with the puck and be serious about her role. She has about $37,000 left. What does that mean? I think it's only fair for our committee to do its due diligence and do its job: recognize the seriousness of the witnessing we've had today and recommend that the government give some money to this important office.