I just want to make my argument to try to persuade all my colleagues around the table to support this motion.
Clause 54 of the bill is very important, because it has symbolic value. Everyone around the table has seen that French is in decline everywhere in Canada. The purpose of this clause is to show that Quebec is the fortress of French. That is why it is important that we be able to discuss clause 54, which deals with subjects that include the obligation of federally regulated private businesses to apply the Charter of the French Language. This is a very meaningful element that sends an important signal. As I have said many times, if the federal government does not take concrete action to protect French, who will do it?
I think it is important to debate this clause so that people understand its importance. That is why I have moved this motion.