Indeed, it is clear that the current surveillance mechanisms are inadequate. The surveillance mechanism of the RCMP is certainly inadequate. The CSIS mechanism, considered as the best, did not stop the service from treating Mr. Abou-Elmaati, Nureddin and Almalki the way they did. In our opinion, most of the surveillance mechanisms need to be completely overhauled.
On April 30th, 2009. See this statement in context.