moved that S-215, an act to amend the Criminal Code (sentencing for violent offences against aboriginal women), be read the first time.
Mr. Speaker, I am proud to present a bill on behalf of Senator Lillian Dyck from the other chamber, which would recognize that indigenous women are often the subject of great violence in our society.
Today in Ottawa, thousands of men are gathering at the Shaw Centre to raise awareness about violence against indigenous women and children, and we are fasting all day long. I wear the moosehide in recognition of that.
I am very proud to introduce this bill so indigenous women across Canada will receive additional protection under the law.
(Motion agreed to and bill read the first time)