Mr. Speaker, the senators will decide tomorrow if they will oppose the House of Commons firearms bill. Some of us may be in favour of Bill C-68, some of us may be against certain provisions, but all members of Parliament would agree that the voice of the people of Quebec and of Canada has been heard on this issue, in this House.
The debates lasted a long time and several witnesses came to express their concerns. The federal government rejected most of the amendments put forward by the witnesses who appeared before the committee, and the Liberal members rejected the amendments proposed by the official opposition members.
However, Bill C-68 concerning the firearms was passed by hon. members who were democratically elected by their constituents. Respect for our democratic values should, in itself, prevent senators from opposing this legislation. Whether they are Liberal or Conservative, these senators do not speak for the people, they only speak for themselves.