The Bloc Québécois has a number of problems with this legislation. I just mentioned one of them. It would be advisable, Ms. Ouimet, for you to clearly define your role and mandate at the beginning of your tenure.
In the past, there was a public service integrity officer who had certain powers under legislation. This particular individual tried to help whistleblowers. The 2002-03 Annual Report of Parliament mentioned a number of cases of harassment. I dealt with some of these cases myself. The issue remains the same: the Commissioner or the officer versus the power of the departments. I do not think the act gives you adequate power over the departments.
I get emotional when I talk about this, because there are over 29 cases that have never been settled. I know that you have only recently been nominated, but have you already set the priorities and objectives you would like to achieve during your tenure?