In our report, we made it a recommendation that all resources, including contractors and subcontractors, should have valid security clearances on the file prior to starting any work. It's important that it's before they start work. Regardless of who the contractor is—in this case, GC Strategies—that should be happening. Wherever this contractor is working, we would expect that departments or agencies are looking to make sure valid security clearances are in place before work is started.
On February 14th, 2024. See this statement in context.