Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I want to thank the witnesses for joining us today.
I think it's important to say that the NDP welcomes a number of the changes proposed in Bill C-24. However, since we have very little time, I will focus more on the changes that worry us a bit.
Many people said they thought several measures set out in Bill C-24 were probably unconstitutional, such as the provision on the intent to reside. That is a new measure introduced by the bill, and it may be contrary to section 6 of the charter, which concerns the mobility rights of Canadians. Moreover, the revocation of citizenship could violate section 15. Major associations such as the Canadian Association of Refugee Lawyers and the Canadian Bar Association are raising important questions regarding the bill's constitutionality.
I hope that, following the testimony we will hear during this committee's meetings, the committee or the minister will be willing to make the necessary changes in case of serious doubts about the constitutionality of Bill C-24.
I have a few questions about the intent to reside in Canada, and I would like you to keep your answers brief.
For instance, can an individual who acquires Canadian citizenship and then accepts a contract abroad have their citizenship revoked?