What I've said to this committee, and through you to the public, is that I regret the error that was made. I know that I have work to do. I know that I will need to work very hard in the eyes of Canadians, and I'm going to do that. I hope they see this work and the work going forward as sincere on my part. I'm taking steps and measures with the Conflict of Interest and Ethics Commissioner to be sure that a screen is put in place for Pomp & Circumstance and for Ms. Alvaro.
On February 10th, 2023. See this statement in context.