Madam Speaker, I want to be clear: The government has zero tolerance for the misappropriation of public funds. The member opposite's accusation that the government has funnelled taxpayer money and is obstructing justice is completely false.
The Auditor General was clear in her findings and highlighted several areas where SDTC's governance and rules were not followed. This and the other reviews conducted by the department signalled that there were weaknesses in SDTC governance and delivery, and the government took clear and decisive action.
The government fully supports Canada's clean technology industry and appreciates the important role these companies are playing in shaping Canada's economic future. The steps we have taken will ensure that these companies can continue to succeed while simultaneously ensuring the proper stewardship of public funds.