First, I would answer that the presence of values and ethical principles in the Code of Ethics and Professional Conduct of the Members of the National Assembly, which I am responsible for enforcing, is very important. The conduct of members of the National Assembly and public office holders is based as much on ethical rules as it is on personal reflection, appropriate conduct, ethical principles and values that must guide these individuals. That's a strong point. There isn't much in the Canadian model to provide all these details.
It allows us to both interpret the ethical rules and apply them when there are no specific provisions. This is important in a context where ethics and professional conduct are constantly changing. Citizens' expectations are constantly evolving and, without necessarily making changes on a regular basis, it still allows the code to stay up to date and, above all, to hold those subject to these rules accountable. That's the crux of it. We have slightly different statutes, and all codes refer to conflicts of interest, common measures, and similar things, but that's the biggest difference I would emphasize.