I want to thank the member opposite for raising and bringing these amendments. What I see is definitely filibustering on the clause-by-clause. Lost Canadians have expressed through social media.... I know that my colleague, Ms. Kwan, made a public statement on this.
I think at this point it is very important that we realize that the department always has a consideration when it comes to citizenship ceremonies. I am very happy to see that the member opposite has finally recognized that we are having in-person ceremonies, as we have discussed many times.
It's very important for us to have the department's engagement, for us to speak with the communities, and for us to discuss important matters and what they mean. I can tell you that when I attend citizenship ceremonies, I can sense that the community takes pride in it. I did so during Citizenship Week, and there were people from many nations participating in this special event with us.
That's why I can't support this amendment at this time.