You've talked about the obvious obligation of the government to protect the public. Physically, of course, that's one thing, but it seems to me that there's also an obligation to protect the psyche of those who are affected by it, because this is something that's in your life forever. If you'll permit me, I'll share an anecdote that really bolsters your fears and your continued fear.
In the 1980s, Allan Legere, who is now a dangerous offender, ran rampant in the Miramichi and killed a number of people in very horrific crimes. Corrections Canada recently released him from a maximum security prison in Quebec and transferred him to a security prison in Edmonton. This is all publicly known. The outrage from the public of the Miramichi was absolutely horrendous. He is now 63 years old. He had escaped before, but just the fact that he was transferred to a prison of somewhat lesser than maximum security was enough to strike much fear and cause controversy in this community in Miramichi, New Brunswick.
Thank you, Mr. Chair.