Louis Sebert

Perhaps I could have Ms. Gardiner answer that question. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Yes, that's correct. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

Certainly, Mr. Chair, there are such programs available, but, if I could let Mr. Goldney expand on that.

Yes, Mr. Chair. I certainly concur with Mr. O'Reilly's observations that this is a very important contract, which it is, and there are certainly terms in the contract which the John Howard Society must adhere to, failing which they would be in breach of the contract. Now, the John Howard Society, I see some notes here, has been around for 150 years; not perhaps, delivering this exact type of program, but somewhat related program, so we do have some confidence in their ability to deliver, and should they fail to do so, they would be in breach of the contract. Thank you.

Perhaps Ms. Gardiner could assist with that.

Definitely. That it is one of the groups that is targeted for this program. Thank you.

As I mentioned earlier, NGOs such as the John Howard Society generally want the stability of a long-term contract, so that's why this period of time was agreed upon. Thank you, Mr. Chair.

I do.

There are no additional costs. Thank you.

Thank you, Mr. Chair. I can advise that the contract runs until March 31, 2021. Thank you, Mr. Chair.