The questions, I feel, that the member was asking should have been answered by Finance perhaps, which brings into question pilot projects. What actually can be expected of them, even in the future? When they're set up, are they meant to be put into place? I wonder about the rate-setting mechanism. Will that set limits to programs and projects, because you're now setting it so it's almost revenue neutral? If it all goes into the big pot, what will that do? I'm just wondering about the rate-setting mechanisms.
I want to ask Finance as well what they thought should be done with the notional EI reserve, because obviously I think that's what the problem is. It no longer seems to be about EI benefits.
I also have a question about the 15 weeks meeting the objectives of providing temporary income support. You responded to a report talking about the 15-week maximum being based on the examination of the private sector in other countries. Would you agree with that assessment and the rationale behind it?
And then I have a question for career placement, particularly about concurrence and members of Parliament having to concur with reports. What practical purpose does this have, and what concerns have been raised with this process? And if there haven't been any, I have some.
I would like to go back, first of all, to the EI sickness benefits. What was the rationale behind your...? Would you agree with the assessment?
And then I have a few questions to ask Finance, just to see where they're at with all that they've just heard.