Mr. Speaker, I would like to say, on behalf of the Bloc Quebecois, that we support Bill S-5, which was presented in the other place.
The purpose of this bill is to incorporate the Canadian Association of Lutheran Congregations, thereby enabling this organization to better achieve the religious objectives of its members.
Canada has always respected freedom of religious choice, and it has a long tradition of doing so. The Canadian Association of Lutheran Congregations, in my opinion, fully meets the criteria for serious religious organizations. Giving this association the corporate status necessary for its development would benefit its members. Therefore, the Bloc Quebecois will vote in avour of adopting this bill.