Thank you Ms. James.
My comments are observational. I have had the chance over the years to work with a number of groups and organizations that address issues on behalf of victims of crime, including the Canadian Coalition Against Terror.
There is a sense of frustration that the system is not working, when you look at individuals who have been victims of crime and when you see potential for reoffending by those who are here in Canada but do not do what is necessary to respect the system, to engage in the system in a meaningful way, as I shared in my remarks.
I have come across, as my colleagues on the panel have said, outstanding immigrants who come to Canada. We are a nation of immigrants. I do think individuals who come to Canada as permanent residents have a sense of responsibility.
You look at those who are victims of crime. In the specific instance that you mentioned, Ms. James, I am dealing with the tragedy, post-Air India bombing where there are families. We know very well there are individuals who have committed heinous crimes and are here. Our system hasn't been able to address them in the way they would want. I think this is a demonstration of the frustration, which is why I applaud the government for taking a step.