We have what I think is a very competent task force of very independent-minded individuals who I am pleased took on this task. They are being asked to prepare a report based on surveys and some consultation that they will do. They will be looking at best practices. They will look at what's happening internationally.
The report of the task force itself will be presented to me as minister. I will then ask the committee to consult Canadians about it. I think that as a parliamentary committee you're in a better position to do so. You will determine where you go and whom you consult with. The the reality is that we want this task force report, because even though we're hoping that the task force will uncover every conceivable line of business that Canada Post could be in, there's a lot of work that has to go into this. They're supported by a secretariat in PSPC, which is working with them.
The work that the task force will be involved in over the next four months will be really comprehensive. It's not the type of work, I would think, that the committee would have the time to prepare or get involved in. The idea is for the committee—if you see fit to do so—to really get out there, consult with Canadians, and find out what they have to say.
The task force report will be available online. It will be available for Canadians to see. As you carry out your work, Canadians will react to that task force report, but I would think that as a committee you will also be looking to Canadians to get their say on how Canada post should go forward and the types of services it should provide at reasonable cost, bearing in mind that Canada Post must remain self-sustaining.