Madam Speaker, through you to my colleague across the way, I have a couple of quick points.
First, he mentioned at the start of his speech that he was confused as to whether he was 57 or 58 years old. I would appreciate that clarification.
I would like to note that I learned something new about him, which is that he served in the Canadian Armed Forces in the past. We will have that discussion.
Some of the previous members spoke about potential amendments to the bill and what they would like to see. I would like to state that conversion therapy is wrong and should be banned, but the Justice website states:
These new offences would not criminalise private conversations in which personal views on sexual orientation, sexual feelings or gender identity are expressed such as where teachers, school counsellors, pastoral counsellors, faith leaders, doctors, mental health professionals, friends or family members provide affirming support to persons struggling with their sexual orientation, sexual feelings, or gender identity.
Does the member have a concern that anything in that statement would prevent it from being included in this legislation?