Thanks for asking that question.
I prided myself in my ability as a public servant to work with governments of whatever stripe and with all ministers of whatever personality and approach. I honestly felt I had good relationships with all the ministers I worked with, whether at Agriculture, Natural Resources Canada, the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Transport and Infrastructure or, as we've been talking about, Industry, whether it was Minister Paradis, Minister Bains or Minister Moore.
I really do want to tell the committee that it's the job of a public servant to be a loyal, neutral public servant who gives the best advice on the issues they're responsible for.