Mr. Speaker, the petition I present today is one of many that I have received on the subject of marriage.
The petitioners draw to the attention of the House the fact that marriage is the best foundation for families and the raising of children, that the definition of marriage as being between a man and a woman is being challenged and therefore ask Parliament to pass legislation to recognize the institution of marriage in federal law as being the lifelong union of one man and one woman to the exclusion of all others.
I note, in conclusion, that this petition is entirely consistent with Conservative Party policy.