Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Mr. Commissioner, I would like to thank you and Ms. Robinson‑Dalpé for being with us today.
I heard your testimony and that of Mr. Boissonnault. So I understand that you studied his statement and that everything seemed to be in order. I also understand that you were surprised, as were all of us here, to read this morning's article.
I agree with you that it's too soon to comment on this article, and the office will have to check the facts before commenting on it, I imagine. My questions will be more general and will deal with the commissioner's work.
We, as parliamentarians, are often very demanding of the Ethics Commissioner when it comes to statements or situations related to members of the government. I think we're right to be demanding. I also think that someone who sits as a member of the government must behave and act ethically beyond a reasonable doubt. I also believe that your reputation is excellent, and that you do an impeccable job in this area.
That said, I would like to know whether you think the tools you currently have are sufficient to conduct reliable audits, or whether the Conflict of Interest Act should be improved to help you do more adequate research on the various issues submitted to you.