In my view, it's a foundational element to the independence of the Office of the Auditor General. That is why I believe the funding mechanism should include Parliament and be free of the departments we audit. I do think every auditor general will tell you that it is a foundational element.
I think this committee actually plays a really important role in that. This committee is one that is meant to be non-partisan, where everyone comes together and stays focused on the spending of the money and the delivering of services. It isn't just my office that ensures good democracy; many elements together ensure good democracy.