Madam Speaker, I find the member opposite's speech and question a bit melodramatic, but he is known for that in this House.
As the hon. member is aware, the CBSA initiated an internal investigation as soon as there were allegations of inappropriate contracting practices. The matter was also referred to the RCMP for investigation. Contracts with three companies involved, including GC Strategies, have also been suspended through a stop work order from Public Services and Procurement Canada.
We expect procurement processes to be followed properly, and anyone who does not follow contracting rules will face appropriate consequences. This has been and will always be the case. The procurement ombud's and the Auditor General's reports have identified unacceptable gaps in management processes, roles and controls. Some recommendations have already been implemented and the CBSA is taking further action to ensure practices are aligned with policies and meet the expectations of Canadians. The government is taking steps to ensure that all departments are better positioned to undertake projects of this nature in the future.
Regarding ongoing investigations into alleged misconduct, the RCMP is assessing all available information, including the Auditor General's performance audit report, and will take appropriate action. To protect the integrity of the investigation, the RCMP will not be providing any further information at this time. We know that a pillar of our democracy is to have independent police services and there should be no interference in the RCMP's investigation. I can also confirm that the president of the CBSA similarly referred allegations of misconduct received in 2022 to its professional integrity division, which has been actively working on its administrative investigation since then, and which has also referred the allegations to the RCMP.
This government remains committed to act on the findings of all audits, reviews and investigations.