Mr. Speaker, I thank the member for his comments.
I have a few questions about financial crimes. Unfortunately, people have stolen money from trust and pension funds. Under Canada's current system, the judge can choose to apply conditional sentencing. This allows the conditionally sentenced thief to work to pay back the money stolen. With Bill C-9, the government would completely eliminate this option.
Would the member agree to a conditional sentencing system for those convicted of financial crimes?