Thank you.
In fact, there are problems that the Barreau du Québec has raised in the past concerning justice system data, the effectiveness of the measures, and even the collection of statistics. That is an element we have addressed in several other forums. The idea behind the second recommendation in the Barreau's brief is that this study be undertaken in order to obtain the figures and data to be able to assess the repercussions. We have identified some areas and situations that would have to be assessed, particularly in connection with the lawyer-client relationship.
On the question of publicity surrounding trials and public access to trials, when a person participates in a hearing via Zoom or another platform, we have to protect the right to a fair trial and the quality and uniformity of justice in all regions of Canada and even within the provinces, in the more remote towns and areas. I think it would be worthwhile for Parliament to consider these questions in order to assess the possible consequences, unless a provision is to be included for reviewing the bill in five years or within some other time after the study and after that data has been collected and it has been analyzed by Parliament. That would provide assurance that the measures adopted and proposed during the COVID-19 pandemic and subsequently made permanent are effective and that the legislation is being implemented effectively.