Mr. Chairman, not all the positions have been filled for a great length of time. At the present time, there are two vacancies. There was one vacancy filled just last December, I believe, and we've just advertised for another person for Nunavut. That position is presently vacant. Not all the positions are filled. The majority of these people do respond to policy situations, although they do some work, as well, in responding to matters raised in the Legislative Assembly or in committee where they cross policy lines.

I've drawn these concerns to the attention of the department and I believe today I'll receive the review of the department. I've asked for that concern to be addressed when we look at whether there need to be changes in the department. Thank you, Mr. Chairman.