Thank you, Mr. Chair.
I think that's already the case. According to the courts, any information about a licence applicant can already be considered. The change proposed in the bill is intended to clarify one point. In some cases, this is already done, despite the five-year limit.
I am reassured by what I have heard from several witnesses during our study. Contrary to what they seem to be claiming, a single incident in an individual's background will not immediately be focused on. The extent of the action and whether there is a criminal record will be taken into consideration. We have been given examples of things that aren't even criminal offences. As things stand, it's very clear that we can weigh everything up. There will be no immediate disqualification. If follow-up with an applicant is deemed necessary, for example through an interview, this will cover the period being assessed, meaning the entire lifetime. At the risk of repeating myself, there will be no immediate disqualification.