Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Welcome back, Mr. Spice, and welcome, Ms. Conlin.
On April 16, when former Commissioner Zaccardelli appeared before this committee, I asked him whether or not he had indicated to Mr. Ron Lewis that he would like to have a criminal investigation begun. He responded, “I never ordered a criminal investigation”.
As well, Mr. Christopherson put a similar question to the former commissioner. Mr. Christopherson said, “At that meeting, did you give directions to Mr. Lewis to initiate correspondence that would have the effect of starting a criminal investigation? Yes or no.”
Former Commissioner Zaccardelli, who was under oath before the committee at that time, responded forcefully and clearly by stating, “absolutely not”.
Former Assistant Commissioner Spice, do you have any information that contradicts Mr. Zaccardelli's statement?