Mr. Speaker, my question is for the President of the Treasury Board.
With respect to the year 2000 computer problem, the auditor general said in his latest report, and I quote: “Systems that are most critical in supporting major programs may fail and could affect public health and safety and other essential services to the public”.
While the government's priority seems to be lavish spending to celebrate the year 2000, can the President of the Treasury Board give an immediate assurance to citizens who depend on pension, unemployment and disability payments for their survival that they will not be affected—