I'm going to speak in French.
Mr. Rudin, a similar amendment was proposed to us a little earlier by the Canadian Council of Criminal Defence Lawyers. You said that the native population, which represents 3 % of the Canadian population, represents 22 % of prison inmates.
I read the Gladue ruling for a course I took on sentencing, and I am in complete agreement with you. However, your brief is rather vague on the issue. It says that in certain circumstances, judges should have the choice not to impose minimum sentences. Have you thought of a more specific wording? Are you referring to cases which strictly involve members of first nations?
I would like to better understand your position.