Madam Speaker, the NDP is happy to see the rape shield changes move forward. They would allow a complainant to have a lawyer present during the proceedings. That is very welcome.
However, one of the realities is that this legislation does not address in any way the income disparity of so many women across Canada. The Liberal government, being a feminist government, has announced many times that it wants to make sure women are safe and protected, but that means making sure that they have the resources.
I am wondering if the hon. member would tell us a bit about the investment that I hope to see soon to address these issues in legal aid for women.