I think we're going to constantly re-examine our structure, to make sure it does meet the needs of the Prime Minister and the cabinet.
In this case, over the years we accumulated a number of functions that we felt were not part of our traditional role and that were more almost of an advocacy nature These were things that departments and agencies should be doing. For example, in the area of aboriginal affairs, we have a very strong department that is responsible for those functions.
There was a sense that there was a need for coordination at the centre. The Clerk of the Privy Council wants to ensure that we are playing the role we should be playing, that there's no confusion in role and responsibilities, and that departments are held accountable for developing policies, implementing them, and reporting on them.
We provide context and coherence to departments. We provide a challenge function when proposals come forward, to make sure they're well integrated and that all aspects have been taken into consideration. Then we have a certain role in terms of ensuring accountability for results. But we don't get involved in the actual delivery of policies or recommendations with respect to specific areas, such as aboriginal affairs.