Thank you very much, Mr. Chair.
I'm quite happy to add an entirely new clause to this bill. This clause is interesting, but above all very important, given that Quebec is a nation and that it makes choices that are different from those of the Canadian nation in a number of areas where the state intervenes. The proposal made by the Bloc Québécois is a serious one, and I therefore invite my colleagues to think about it seriously.
Our proposal will make it possible to solve a problem that concerns the distinct nature of Quebec, as well as respect for the sovereignty of the National Assembly in all areas under its jurisdiction. Since the Court Challenges Program affects a number of areas of jurisdiction of the National Assembly of Quebec, we feel it is entirely appropriate to adopt this new clause 4.1, which proposes that: Within six months after the day on which this Act comes into force, the Minister of Canadian Heritage shall enter into a framework agreement with the Government of Quebec for the purpose of making an arrangement respecting the management of any program established under paragraph 5(a.1) of the Department of Canadian Heritage Act.
I admit that this is a bold request. However, if we think about it objectively, I believe that everyone will recognize that this proposal is consistent with the fact that the Quebec nation and its distinct character have been recognized a few times by the House of Commons itself. So that's the motivation behind BQ‑7.
So I invite you to put it to a vote right away and to pass it.