Mr. Speaker, first I want to point out that I made no mention of a nasty opposition. That was certainly not my intention.
Second, I acknowledged in my remarks that the coalition representing all the groups mentioned by the hon. member was opposed.
However, since the bill on young offenders was first tabled, the Liberal caucus has worked to improve it. We have worked with the Minister of Justice and with the various stakeholders to ensure that our young people have the best means possible available to help salvage them in the system.
I have no doubt that Bill C-7 will prove indispensable. We certainly do not think this bill is perfect. Perfection does not exist. It will, however, improve the present system and enable people to salvage young people and make them better contributors to society.