Mr. Speaker, we have the views on this subject of the Auditor General of Canada. I would quote from her report in 2003:
Our review of a sample of standing offers found that the competitive process had been followed in pre-qualifying suppliers. Requests for proposals were issued, and the selection process resulted in standing offer agreements with the successful bidders.
We note that the vast majority of these suppliers were not the same as those providing sponsorship or advertising services.
The opposition should pay attention to the relevant parts of the testimony.