Mr. Speaker, we would like to see the Minister of Justice showcase some of that pluck and passion he gave us yesterday. The minister and the government have a responsibility to exhibit leadership and courage on behalf of children. The government must consider all the options available to act on the victimization of children. It is not the fault of the courts when parliament abdicates its responsibilities due to lack of courage or initiative on the part of the government.
Along with drafting tougher legislation and a commitment for resources and police and protection workers, will the minister encourage the British Columbia attorney general to appeal the Sharpe decision? Will the federal government seek intervener status in that case?