I would like to thank the witnesses for their remarks.
As you know, I'm a member of Parliament from British Columbia. I want to make a quick comment. It doesn't exactly relate to our discussion, but it concerns the use of the word “unceded” when we talk about the situation at hand.
In British Columbia, the situation is quite serious. There are many concerns. I know that this word is used by public servants, but it's a highly sensitive matter. I understand a reference to traditional lands, but this pushes the envelope. When public servants and the government use certain words, it implies that we're in a serious situation.
The consultation process lasted two years.
Were any in‑house voices opposed to the imposition of penalties under the act? If so, who?