Madam Speaker, I present a petition signed by a number of residents from throughout central British Columbia who point out that Canadians, particularly women and children, are becoming increasingly fearful of walking our streets in our neighbourhoods. They believe many violent offenders and sex offenders are being paroled prematurely or are being released without proper treatment or rehabilitation.
They point out a number of concerns and therefore call on the House of Commons and the Minister of Justice to take whatever steps deemed necessary to amend Canada's Criminal Code and parole system to ensure safety and peace in Canadian neighbourhoods.