Mr. Speaker, our government has taken action to ensure that victims have a stronger voice in Canada's criminal justice system. Since 2007, when the government announced the federal victims' strategy, we have made significant investments to respond to the needs of victims of crime.
When it comes to legislation, I am proud to say that this government has cracked down on firearm's crime with tougher penalties for violent offenders. A recent study from Statistics Canada shows that homicides committed with a handgun are down 30% since 2008.
Canadians can count on us to continue to stand up for victims, as we always do.