We can see that federal bureaucracy has exploded in many programs. This is the case, among others, at the Canada Revenue Agency.
When money is transferred to the provinces and territories, we see that they are able to provide the agreed-upon services. Do you think the government should consider this approach more, particularly for the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation’s housing programs, or even those of first nations, for which you have a report on service programs?
You mentioned housing, but among the obstacles you cited were often insufficient support to strengthen first nations’ capacity to deliver programs, as well as a passive and compartmentalized approach to supporting first nations.
How can we ensure that funds are transferred so that services are provided as close as possible to citizens, which is often more effective?