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.
March 20th, 2007 / 12:20 p.m.
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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