First of all, Mr. Speaker, I think that the comments about my predecessor, who served this House and his country with honour, are completely disgraceful.
Second, I wish to point out to the House the measures taken under the Communication Canada program in the last few years in connection with transparency, because that is what the hon. leader of the Bloc Quebecois is asking about.
Information regarding our sponsorship contracts is available on the Internet. It is transparent. Information regarding all services—