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Internet Application Tool Dept: In an interview with Postmedia News, Clement said that he is introducing some user-friendly changes such as a new Internet application tool, making it easier and faster for Canadians to get information, according to Calgary Herald. The new tool follows a report by a parliamentary watchdog that suggested budget cuts were to blame for the growing delays and complaints at federal departments and agencies about releasing information and OTTAWA A global trend of citizens seeking more information than they did in the past from their governments is contributing to growing delays and complaints surrounding freedom of information requests in Canada, said federal Treasury Board President Tony Clement Monday. I believe that it will quicken the process for most people and therefore, reduce the number of complaints and reduce the frustration with the system, said Clement, whose job includes the promotion of an open government. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.