No. Let us suppose that you did it in your capacity as a MP. Nonetheless, it involves the private interests of the farmer, the value of his farm, and he was challenging the federal government. Mr. Owen spoke of a clear and objective system of administrative criteria. Ministers often have discretionary powers, and for good reason. It gives them some way to resolve issues that involve thousands of dollars, or even larger amounts.
Where do we draw the line between the valid intervention of an MP on behalf of a citizen and an intervention made for advancing the private interests of someone from his riding who is a good supporter, a friend with whom he has personal or professional ties, etc.? But it was, nevertheless, a valid cause. The farmer wanted a more substantial compensation from the government. This is a good question. It is difficult to judge the member's intervention. Was it acceptable or not according to the code?