The latter wasn't done. There was a long debate between the departments and between ministers as to what kind of person it should be, and it was ultimately a decision by ministers.
On March 20th, 2007. See this statement in context.
On March 20th, 2007. See this statement in context.
Assistant Deputy Minister, Fisheries and Aquaculture Management, Department of Fisheries and Oceans
The latter wasn't done. There was a long debate between the departments and between ministers as to what kind of person it should be, and it was ultimately a decision by ministers.
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