The commissioner will be able to set their own priorities as well to maintain that independence so that they can undertake their own reviews and investigations. The modern treaty partners can also submit requests for investigation, as well as the minister.
It's very important that they will be able to set their own agendas and determine their own priorities. The bill does specify that when appointing a commissioner, their expertise and knowledge of modern treaties also has to come into consideration before their appointment. That's going to obviously help them determine the priorities and the urgent questions that need to be addressed.