I think it would create Canadians' questioning whether these are appropriate decision-makers. We just don't want that. We want a system that's based on merit.
Again, I always question if the CBC has it accurately, but at one point, Ms. Diane Ablonczy indicated that she was disappointed in Ms. Sgro's statement, back in 2004, with regard to the new system. She stated, “I really can't see how this would stop the PMO, for example, simply telling the chosen head of the IRB we want these people to be appointed.” So she also indicates she wants a merit-based system.