Mr. Speaker, the government recognizes the enormous potential that there is in electronic commerce. We expect to see its usage increased dramatically over the next few years. We are intent upon making Canada a world leader in its use and in building the proper legal framework for electronic commerce.
Earlier today I addressed a group of consumers and business representatives at a consumer round table on electronic commerce. We are committed to bringing forward legislation as required to deal with consumer protection issues and other issues that concern consumers on electronic commerce, including the protection of privacy, cryptography and other issues that are of importance.