Accountability rests with various entities. We have a responsibility to set strict rules. Whether people like it or not, we currently have a decentralized model of accountability in government. As I explained earlier, that means that responsibilities are delegated to the departments. The Financial Administration Act specifies a detail that is very important: deputy ministers are accounting officers. It is written in black and white in the act. Deputy ministers must therefore ensure that the control systems are in place so that their programs can be delivered in accordance with government policies.
On March 6th, 2024. See this statement in context.