Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Welcome, Commissioner.
I think it's important for members of the public who are listening in today to talk about the important role that your office plays. As the commissioner, you administer the Conflict of Interest Act and the conflict of interest code. You do that with the aim of ensuring that public office holders and members do not use their positions to further their financial or private interests.
I think the other very important thing for viewers to know is that the Office of the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner is independent and non-partisan. I think that's very important.
Can you tell us how we can reassure Canadians that your office is free from political interference?