Thank you, Madam Chair.
Good afternoon to you, Mr. Minister, and to your colleagues.
There are two issues. First, there is the funding to increase the hiring of students within the public service. We know about the demographic situation, and the fact that the public service is being hit hard. It is not only the case with the federal public service, but also with other public services at provincial and municipal levels. Even in the private sector, head-hunters are actively searching for people to replace those who will be retiring.
We see $7 million in one place, and $4 million in another. However, overall, what efforts are currently being made in terms of recruitment? What kind of bridges are built between universities and the public service? What efforts are being made? Where are the funds being spent to recruit young people and create stable positions for them soon after having joined the public service?