Mr. Chair, just so the committee perhaps understands the original legislation and how it functions, I think it would be instructive for all of us to hear from the officials who in fact make recommendations on these matters to the minister. Just so everyone understands, the minister doesn't sit at his desk saying yes or no without having some directives from and consultation with officials. I think they're certainly cognizant of the whole group of factors and what they mean. So making the changes may not enhance....
On February 3rd, 2011. See this statement in context.