Mr. Chairman, I understand the rationale behind Mr. Bélanger's proposal. However, our attendance at the ad hoc meeting, when we don't necessarily believe in the process, would likely appear to be an endorsement. For that reason, the Bloc Québécois will be voting against the motion. We simply don't see what this ad hoc committee will accomplish. On the other hand, here, we will have not secret, but public, enlightened and transparent meetings which will be attended by witnesses who wish to openly discuss the second Official Languages.
On December 11th, 2007. See this statement in context.