Mr. Ewanovich was found through a professional search agency that brought together five candidates for, I believe, an RCMP board. I was not involved in any way. The committee did not ask me what I wanted or what my preferences were. I did not participate in the committee. I did not influence or direct the committee to choose anyone in particular. When the decision was made, I did not know Mr. Ewanovich, but I approved the recommendation.
On April 16th, 2007. See this statement in context.