I would say a public debate is under way as we speak given what this committee is studying. You are playing an important role by asking these questions and studying the issue. Your recommendations will fuel that debate.
Raising privacy concerns and discussing the interplay with new and evolving technologies is important, so that Canadians are aware of what's going on. It helps inform them about new technologies and the safeguards in place to protect their privacy.
When Canadians find out that a parliamentary committee like this has the ability to examine the privacy repercussions of these tools, to consult my office and to make recommendations, it helps earn their trust. It shows them that there is a regime in place, that Canadians aren't on their own when it comes to defending their privacy.