But under Bill C-23, and this is the distinction I'm trying to make.... I'm certainly not trying to be argumentative here, but I think it's an important distinction. Under Bill C-23, you would not be directed by anyone. It would be your decision and your decision alone if you wished to conduct an investigation. It would be based on a complaint or if someone requested, but it would be your decision. Currently, you're suggesting, or you're saying, to this committee that if the Chief Electoral Officer directs you to conduct an investigation, you will. You may conduct it in your own fashion, that's great, but you have no right to refuse.
On April 1st, 2014. See this statement in context.