Mr. Speaker, a little less than two weeks ago, some students at Laval University were sexually assaulted in their residence room. Since that time, many other victims have broken their silence and had the courage to report their attacker.
I am moved by the wave of solidarity with all victims of sexual assault that is sweeping Quebec. It is a wave of solidarity, but also of rage and frustration over the destructive rape culture that exists in our society.
The Stop Rape Culture movement emerged out of a desire to turn things around. It is time to stop worrying about the attackers' career and questioning the victims' clothing choices and lifestyles.
It is time for the federal government to assume its responsibilities on this file and immediately adopt a comprehensive plan to address violence against women because consent is at the heart of healthy relationships and should also be at the heart of our policies. If it's not yes, it's no.