We've already said that the broad provisions in paragraph 4(1)(a) are useful. They act as deterrents, in a way. They will permit VANOC, the Paralympic committee, and the Canadian Olympic Committee to advertise the importance of compliance with this act. Beyond that, a lot of the detail in the legislation is probably going to cause confusion and may actually hurt a lot of the people who, at the end of the day, will end up helping athletes and the games.
On June 5th, 2007. See this statement in context.