In terms of our sanctions tools in Canada, the legislation defines clearly under what types of circumstances what types of actions can be taken by Canada. Once we receive information, or once we have information that is provided to us by others, we take a very close look and do a rigorous assessment of what the best approach to address the issue is and which sanctions tool or other diplomatic tool is best appropriate in the circumstances at hand. This involves policy considerations, legal considerations and often collaboration or coordination with other partners, whether in the Government of Canada or outside the Government of Canada—like-minded partners that also have similar objectives or interests.
Once there's a decision by the government to go forward in terms of designating people or entities, it's a regulatory process in Canada. We have to develop the regulatory package. This is presented to the Governor in Council for approval and then, once that is approved, it is made public on the Government of Canada website.