With your permission, I'll provide some additional information on one final point. It's the government's purpose in Bill C-13 to ensure that rights are publicized as widely as possible, by making sure that it informs all accuseds, whether they are represented or not, of their rights under the Criminal Code. We hear these remarks. We're not saying that there isn't any room for certain improvements in the justice system in Canada. What I'm saying is that we have to ensure that we clearly understand the necessary nuances based on the court levels, the type of proceeding and the constitutional responsibilities that apply to each. I can't talk to you about judicial appointments; that's not my responsibility, but, in the areas of federal jurisdiction, the measures that can be taken have largely been taken. We're still working actively to lower any remaining barriers, even beyond our areas of jurisdiction.
On May 8th, 2008. See this statement in context.