You mentioned in a previous response that the onus is on the individual to follow the rules. Is there not a similar onus on you as well, as the responsible minister under the Canada Foundation for Sustainable Development Technology Act, to ensure that people who are put into those positions don't have conflicts of interest? Is there not also an onus on you to make sure that you're not putting people in who have clear conflicts of interest and that you are aware of those conflicts of interest when you are making the appointments?
On October 30th, 2024. See this statement in context.