I hesitate in drawing a comparison. I am aware that an individual for whom I have the greatest respect, Georgina Steinskey-Schwartz, appeared before your committee and stated clearly in her report that this would be a direction worth exploring, if not taking.
On the other hand, I am aware that there are other analyses that conclude that there already are too many people monitoring the government's actions. Therefore it is not up to me to decide. All I can do is speak about my experience as official languages commissioner. I hope that I am contributing to a better understanding of the importance of linguistic duality in Canada. I have certain goals, such as reminding Canadians of the importance of linguistic duality and telling Canadians, from both majorities, to encourage linguistic minorities. I don't simply want to be responsible for making people toe the line. I also want to be responsible for encouraging those who, within government, are doing their best to ensure that the government is truly serving Canadians in both languages.
I am much more comfortable speaking about my work than giving the kind of advice you're asking for. I apologize.