I did not take that phenomenon into consideration in my proposal. I believe the parties have to examine their conscience regarding the way women are treated in the nomination system. I am convinced of that. With the royal commission, there was an attempt to interfere legally in the entire process, but Parliament and Canadians said they did not want that included in the act. I believe that the situation has to improve but that the matter is in the hands of the parties and riding associations.
However, that is not the biggest problem. As you know, the problem with women's involvement in local electoral associations is not only financial, but especially one of initial access. That is more serious.