Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I also want to thank my colleague Mr. Easter for reminding us of the condemnation of these proposed sections by the Canadian Bar Association.
This amendment propose proposes to add on page 28 what we find at proposed subsection 83.223(4), relating to a person who posted materials and who doesn't show up for a hearing. The proposed subsection currently allows for the court to proceed in the absence of such a person. My amendment suggests that a special advocate be appointed to protect the interest of the person in their absence.
The argument here is that given how broad the promotion of terrorism sections are, even showing up to defend oneself could end up creating a deeper legal morass, and it would be better to at least have the protection of a special advocate available.