For the refugee system, I believe numerous groups have appeared before this committee and have made suggestions. This committee has made recommendations to government last May or June, in 2007, which the government declined to accept, saying the system was not broken. I believe the committee and the government are well aware of the various suggestions in terms of refugees.
In terms of the reason we are here today, the temporary workers—Ms. Chow was also asking what can be done—I believe a media blitz can be done. I can give an example and draw an analogy. Right now there is a bill before the Senate, Bill S-218, which codifies a new approach to trafficked persons. I have been told by lawyers who are working with some of these women that in Quebec there have only been two women who have been able to benefit from this program. Other people who have gone and consulted lawyers are told, “Well, let's make a refugee claim”, because the lawyers don't seem to be aware that there is a program to protect trafficked persons, particularly women.
I believe a media blitz of some sort or a ministerial announcement would certainly be useful in that one particular issue. It would certainly be helpful.
As was mentioned, human rights don't seem to be very important any more, and yet Canada has a reputation for being a place where human rights have always been respected. It seems to not be as important now as other aspects of our life. That has to come to the forefront.