Mr. Chair, I had advice prior to my appointment to AECL, but again I will reiterate that I provide advice to the minister. I am his principal advisor on all matters within his portfolio. In the role I played throughout the period of time, which was a role of trying to resolve an issue that was creating a very urgent health situation in the country, I don't believe I had any conflict of interest. No, I did not seek advice.
On February 12th, 2008. See this statement in context.