Mr. Speaker, I enjoyed the speech of the member for Elk Island. As always, he brings a personal touch to it. He jokes a bit about his big size, but I think everybody knows that he has a big heart and he wears it on his sleeve.
As we debate this subject it is interesting to note that tomorrow is my 25th wedding anniversary. I do not claim any expertise. In fact, I think that 25 years should qualify a person for a novice badge, realizing how little we know about the institution. That being said, marriage has been a wonderful institution for me. I have a wonderful relationship with my wife, Deb, which I treasure. I work very hard on maintaining a good relationship and I look forward to another 25 years.
The member for Elk Island talks about the groups that have been added and, specifically, homosexuals. Does he think there are other types of relationships, not necessarily having to do with marriage, which are important? If the relationship does not have to do with marriage, does it still count? He mentioned relationships involving two sisters living together. Would those other relationships, though not marriage, be important?