When I look at the report from the government at the time, in 2019—the Liberal government—I see that it specifically mentions that parents could access other benefits instead of looking at bereavement leave. I'm so sorry that we're doing this again. I very much hope that your story and your experience.... I know it's not for naught. Your sharing this information and your story is going to make a difference.
At the end of the day, this bill has to move forward. The government needs to give it a royal recommendation so that we can help families like yours, because there are others. We learned the other day that there are 1,600 additional families per year. Any way that we're able to make life better for bereaved, grieving parents and families matters.
Again, I just want to thank you so much for sharing your story and your testimony today.
