Thank you, Madam Chair.
Welcome to your new role, Minister, and congratulations on your new role.
Minister, you said at the outset that sex offences against children are despicable and you condemn them in the strongest terms. I think we all would at this point. You've also spoken about Bill S-12 and its role in the protection of children.
I take it that you would support the elimination of house arrest as a sentencing option for those who are convicted of sexual offences against children.