I'm conflicted about the issue. I am aware that the Criminal Code uses the words “obstruct”, “interrupt”, or “interfere” in other sections, for instance, obstruction of justice and interference, which is not unconstitutional. Because I'm aware that these words are used elsewhere, I'm not convinced that this likely violates the Charter of Rights and Freedoms. I get how perilously close it appears to be, but I'm not completely convinced that it actually does.
Is there a process, other than the appeal process that Mr. Toone speaks of to the procedures and House affairs committee, should it not pass here? Is there a way for you to come back with a fuller examination of this, let's say next week, so that we don't automatically turn it down? Can we maybe meet again next week and have you give us a further opinion, or not?