Thank you, Mr. Chair.
Thank you all for once again appearing before the committee.
I read reports in the newspaper today that there were some frowns on the faces of our friends in the media because your report didn't contain any horror stories. I know that's a good thing. It's refreshing to see that progress has been made with regard to your previous reports. Some concerns still remain, as my honourable colleagues have pointed out, but on the whole I think these departments can be commended for taking your recommendations seriously and producing some good results.
I've heard some of the opposition members, however, misrepresent chapter 2 and question the quality of those appointed to various positions. I want to focus my questions on the qualifications surrounding appointments. I must say that the new website brings a lot of clarity to this process.
At this committee we've looked at new accountability measures of the internal audit committees. We've looked into getting these up and running, and it's my understanding that they will be meeting their deadlines for the most part. Am I correct that people serving on these committees will be appointments, Auditor General?