Mr. Chair, the member is right. In the current construct, this government has chosen to create an open, transparent and merit-based application process for all Governor in Council appointees, which means that we have a portal. Folks apply through that portal, through opportunities. They are assessed. Ministers are provided with advice on qualified candidates, and it's up to the minister to choose and put a recommended name forward for the position.
It is ultimately the prerogative of the Prime Minister and the minister in question in terms of whom they choose to appoint to the position. Other governments in the past have taken different approaches in terms of using processes, or not, of appointing candidates to positions.