Thank you very much, Madam Chair.
My thanks to all the witnesses who are joining us here today.
Before I ask my question, I must make a brief comment. I do so with all respect for my distinguished Liberal party colleague. I disagree with his statements on decorum. In my opinion, members of the committee have a duty to obtain clear and precise answers. We represent the people of Quebec or Canada. Members of the committee must obtain clear and precise answers from the witnesses.
With that said, here is my first question.
In its 2010 and 2013 reports, the Office of the Auditor General of Canada already reported shortcomings in terms of the procurement and the governance within certain government entities.
My question is for the officials from the Auditor General's office.
Why had that advice and those recommendations still not been implemented when the pandemic began in 2020?