Finance committee  We believe that through the Canada School of Public Service there could be mandatory programs for those who are involved in procurement and the supply chain, along with other professionals in the employ of the public service.

Finance committee  I believe both the funding and the infrastructure for training are there. The infrastructure is there through the Canada School of Public Service. The government does have, presently through the Treasury Board, a certification program for those who are involved in the procurement

Finance committee  Thank you, Mr. Chairman. My message today is simple and hopefully clear. We believe one of the fundamental requirements for securing Canada's place in a competitive world is to ensure that our citizens have the right skills for success. In our submission the citizens we focus on