I understand the politics of it and the ministerial oversight, but it must be very difficult for departments when a minister makes the decision but doesn't share any of the reasons with the department. It must seem very difficult to understand why it happened. I must say, I don't envy those who go through this.
Is there anyone at PCO or in the Treasury Board who has the sole responsibility for ensuring that GBA is included in the policies and directives? I refer to the recommendation from “Gender-Based Analysis: Building Blocks for Success”, the 2005 report. Basically, that report recommended that the Treasury Board Secretariat designate a senior official to take responsibility for ensuring that GBA is included in policies.
Is there someone so identified?