On March 7, 2023, the Information Commissioner of Canada appeared before our committee, and she had some feedback on the way in which you're funded.
On the topic of funding, I strongly believe that a model that gives the Minister of Finance and the Prime Minister the power to limit the required funding agents of Parliament is contrary to our oversight role. As agents of Parliament, we report directly to Parliament rather than to a cabinet or a particular ministry. Frankly, the manner in which we're funded should reflect this independence.
Do you agree with that statement?