My intention here is to discuss it in broader terms, because that is very fitting in our role here in public accounts. We're always seeking to have better practices and to extend the recommendations that the Auditor General will make towards any given agency or department that would better help other departments in the public service.
The issue of deferred maintenance is a key one. It has plagued many different projects and many different departments over the years. It is one that is irrespective of the government in question. It goes toward a tendency of short-term thinking, which too often results in long-term potential disasters when buildings such as 24 Sussex are actually termed as unsafe for human habitation.
With that, I hope the new wording captures that intention. We're asking the Auditor General to look at this issue of deferred maintenance for all heritage buildings, including the storage facility we studied in depth. That will be very helpful. It will certainly advance the work that we do here as a committee and be of benefit to this administration and future administrations.
Thank you, Chair.