Madam Speaker, if I may, I would like to quote the minister from when she appeared before the committee. She said:
When dealing with groups that are willing to commit suicidal acts of mass destruction against innocent civilians, it is necessary to consider whether existing legislative tools are adequate to the challenge.
Our own Prime Minister said in the House:
It has become clear that the scope of the threat that terror poses to our way of life has no parallel. We, in North America, have been extraordinarily fortunate to live in peace, untouched by attack. That has changed.
I will quote a constituent of mine, who said:
If I have to give up a little bit of freedom to ensure the safety of my children, my family, my community and my country, then so be it.
The Canadian people have clearly sent a message. They understand, unlike some of my friends opposite, that we cannot fight terrorism with a group hug. We need to be tough. We need to put in place laws that are consistent with those of our allies in the United States and the United Kingdom. We need to pass the bill now so that Canada can be safe and secure.