For us, interpretation services are very important. Our government believes in the importance of bilingualism. In terms of translation, all the departments can use the services of Public Works and Government Services or buy those services elsewhere, from the private sector in particular. There is a drop in this area because there is a drop in demand. People are also going to the private sector for those services. In addition, internal services have improved efficiency by using technology. That is why the total amount has been reduced.
On March 27th, 2014. See this statement in context.