Shared Services Canada has two responsibilities. The first is to provide essential services for this kind of digital infrastructure and technology. In fact, that's true for a host of other services provided by other departments. Shared Services Canada is there to provide platforms and essential services. The second is that Shared Services Canada can also provide its technological expertise. However, in some instances, that's not necessary. It's up to the department to determine whether that is desirable.
On March 20th, 2024. See this statement in context.