Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Deputy Prime Minister.
A candidate for the Liberal leadership said, in Brandon, Manitoba in 1984, that one of the first things he would do if elected Prime Minister would be to introduce a system of proportional representation. That candidate is now the Prime Minister.
Last week Law Commission of Canda insisted “Public engagement on the issue of proportional representation is essential to maintain a healthy democracy”.
Canadians are ready for this debate. A recent Environics poll said that PR now stands at 62% popular support.
Will the government keep the commitment made to the Canadian people by the Prime Minister and will this be part of his legacy?