I appreciate the latitude, Mr. Chair, but only want to say that given that this is the advice that comes from the Chief Electoral Officer, I don't believe this is a case of an end run, as Mr. Reid said. It really is a matter that when you consider the importance of guideline orders and interpretation orders, those of us who struggle with the Canada Elections Act during elections—and I've had the same experience—I could wish that we got snap decisions so that when we ask a question we know right away that the issue is going to be resolved. But if your guideline and interpretation order isn't even binding on the external auditors, the ability to ensure that the statute is being observed and that across the board the auditors are able to have the benefit of the advice given by the Chief Electoral Officer, that binding on external auditors is something recommended by Elections Canada itself based on their experience.
That's all I wanted to add. I think it's an improvement to the act.