Mr. Speaker, I realize that my colleague opposite comes from the civil code tradition but perhaps he could explain to our colleague from Calgary Centre that the definition of marriage already exists in common law, which has the full force and effect of legislation passed by the House. It was unanimously endorsed by the House of Commons and is being reaffirmed in the bill now before the House. Maybe he could explain that to our colleague from Calgary Centre.
In the House of Commons on April 11th, 2000. See this statement in context.