Yes, I could.
Thank you for your question.
A few years ago, I studied the assessment organizations in the provinces and across Canada. In terms of duplication, I can assure you that these organizations work together, they meet and get together on a regular basis. The last thing they want is to have to redo a study that another organization has already done. So that should not be a concern.
I think the question about the national and provincial cooperation is more complex. Provincial agencies have forged special ties with policy makers under their jurisdiction. The national agency's position has always been against making recommendations, for the simple reason that health falls under provincial jurisdiction. So its opinions are consulted and reviewed, but the responsibility for the decision is in the hands of the policy makers.