Mr. Speaker, the hon. member has mischaracterized the comments of the auditor general. She pointed out:
The federal government has taken steps to strengthen financial management in its departments and agencies.
I take note of the call of the Leader of the Opposition for additional spending. It is an interesting comment from the Alliance Party.
We will be having what I am sure will be an excellent budget in a few days. I am sure that the needs of Canadians will be well recognized in that budget.