However, since you broached the subject, I think it's relevant.
We've read the OECD report on the institution that is the Office of the Parliamentary Budget Officer. The office's work was recognized, although the OECD criticized the fact that the position was vacant, undermining the office's integrity.
Why do you think a government would want to replace the Parliamentary Budget Officer, in this case Mr. Jacques, if he did such a great job? When someone does a good job, you tend to keep them. Isn't that how it works in the public service?