Justice committee  To react to what the other witnesses said, we are asking for somewhat the same thing, that is to say that sentences be proportional to the crime that was committed, which is not the case currently. When you condemn someone to 90 days in prison, I don't think that is proportional

Justice committee  Insofar as the minimum sentences are concerned, I think that is a step forward. It is good to impose a sentence of two years less a day, especially in cases of sexual assaults against children. I would even go so far as to say that the ideal would be a sentence of two years plus

Justice committee  Good afternoon. Thank you for allowing us to testify before you today. My name is Alain Fortier. I am the president of VASAM and I am accompanied by Mr. Frank Tremblay, the vice-president. So as to respect the time I have been given, I will begin my presentation. Afterwards, Mr.

Justice committee  Bill C-32 gives a good base. Of course, we would always like more. In my remarks, I talked about the need to put reasonable timelines on the process. I would like the bill of rights to contain more rights. However, if it did contain more rights, would it then pass? The bill of r

Justice committee  Honestly, the question is not very clear, but I will try to answer it in relation to the bill. In Quebec, a lot of emphasis is currently being placed on rehabilitation. In the case of sexual assaults, a lot of work is being done with offenders and little with victims. I think th

Justice committee  The problem for a victim is having to constantly remember everything that happened. In court, they will have to remember the date, location and all the exact details because the defence lawyer will often try to discredit them by pointing out errors or inconsistencies in their tes

Justice committee  Good afternoon everyone. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before the committee today. Finally, a bill that recognizes the rights of victims! Established a year ago, VASAM is an association that assists men who have been victims of sexual assault. Although barely a year

Justice committee  Regardless of the approach. I'll repeat if it's okay? Just continue?

Justice committee  That is why we believe that a victims bill of rights is essential to clearly set out and recognize victims' rights. Now, I'd like to turn to the right to information and the right to participation. When a criminal complaint is filed, the prosecutor immediately becomes party to