The changes made to the structure and responsibilities are in accordance with the organizations in the best position to deliver the services. In this case, the Department of Canadian Heritage is officially responsible for coordinating all activities. Accordingly, it is quite logical that coordination be done from this department. Given the changes that were made to my office and my responsibilities within the Treasury Board, the two main responsibilities are now much simpler and more accessible. It is either one or the other.
Another fundamental component of the legislation is that compliance now lies with the institutions. Accordingly, it is essential that they themselves take action to fulfil their obligations, whether it be the Department of Industry or the Department of Justice. Coordination remains important, but these organizations, departments and institutions must nonetheless fulfil their obligations.