We hear many concerns and criticisms of the version of the model proposed in Bill C-64, and I've heard additional criticisms from my fellow panellists today. We're hearing mixed messages about whether this is such a good idea or not, as proposed.
As the parent of two sons and two daughters, I care about sexual reproduction and sexual health all the way around. Also, as I used to be prediabetic and am no longer, I care about medicines for diabetes. The drug that turned me from a prediabetic into a non-diabetic is not on the list as proposed by the Minister of Health at the moment. Those are specific examples. There's a great deal of uncertainty.
Also, in previous government initiatives at the federal, provincial, territorial and indigenous levels, there have been unanticipated or unintended consequences. Therefore, you should make haste slowly. I think the bill is a useful start, but this legislation is in need of improvement and has many opportunities to be improved.