The intent of my amendment is to reflect the position that the Bloc Québécois has held for several years. The Bloc is opposed to mandatory minimum sentences in bills dealing with criminal activity. The committee has heard witnesses on several occasions—there was even a study done by the departments of Justice and Public Safety—tell us that mandatory minimum sentences are not effective. Proper investigations and arrests are effective. I have good reason to hope that this amendment will be supported by all my colleagues from the Bloc Québécois.
