Mr. Speaker, those were the good old days. The hon. member was on the right side of the podium.
With all due respect for the President of the Treasury Board, what he said is not exactly what the parliamentary budget officer said. He once again indicated that he has difficulty obtaining information. It is not surprising given the example set at the top. When this government spends recklessly, it is clear that all levels of the federal administration will deem that if the Prime Minister does not keep his word about expenses, there is no reason to stay within budget.
Will the government clearly spell out for the public service that we must live within our means in Canada?