The final authority is the minister's. In this case, Mr. Goodale acted on a recommendation from our staff that this transaction be done the way it was done. So he acted on our advice.
On June 8th, 2006. See this statement in context.
On June 8th, 2006. See this statement in context.
Deputy Minister, Department of Public Works and Government Services
The final authority is the minister's. In this case, Mr. Goodale acted on a recommendation from our staff that this transaction be done the way it was done. So he acted on our advice.
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