moved for leave to introduce Bill C-408, an act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act (oath or solemn affirmation).
Mr. Speaker, I have the honour to introduce a bill that would modify the oath of allegiance sworn by members of Parliament when they are elected.
At the present time, we swear allegiance to the Queen. I have no intention whatsoever of calling for the reference to the Queen to be taken out. What I am asking instead is for an addition, a proof of our pride and responsibility toward our constituents, the people of Canada. I therefore wish to add loyalty to Canada to the oath.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)