Mr. Speaker, I cannot help but note that the member has no real questions with respect to the legislation. She has moved on to other topics of reform that perhaps the House should consider, but I would like to address Bill C-16, the one focused on fixed election dates, and simply highlight some of the other benefits that I did not get a chance to address in my speech.
In summary, there are four clear benefits from the legislation.
It provides fairness. No longer will the governing party be allowed to manipulate the process.
It provides transparency and predictability. Canadians will benefit from knowing exactly when these fixed elections will occur so they can plan their lives and the businesses around it.
It improves governance by removing power from the prime minister's office and devolving it to the people, as it should be.
Hopefully, it will result in a higher voter turnout. The date in October was chosen particularly to avoid conflicts with municipal elections and religious holidays, such that the voter turnout should be higher if we adopt this legislation.
I encourage all members in this chamber to support Bill C-16.