Madam Speaker, first I would like to say there were some aspects of the hon. member's maiden address which I really appreciated and support, especially those areas relating to support for small business.
However, I have to deal with this issue of women who are victims of violence not being considered as bona fide refugees in our country. I have to make sure I understand the member correctly. Is the hon. member suggesting that if a mother and children who might be fortunate enough to get to our country and claim refugee status that part of the reason-