I thank the member for raising this matter.
As stated in House of Commons Procedure and Practice, third edition, Bosc and Gagnon:
While the Standing Orders do not prescribe a dress code for Members participating in debate, Speakers have ruled that all Members desiring to be recognized to speak at any point during the proceedings of the House must be wearing contemporary business attire. Current practice requires that male Members wear jackets, shirts and ties.
Therefore, it does not prescribe that; however, it has been the practice and past precedent.
That being said, I notice that the member for Sydney—Victoria is wearing a jacket and a shirt, as well as what I believe is a traditional beaded medallion. Based on past precedents of members wearing such traditional garments, I am inclined to allow the member to continue his speech or continue to answer questions and comments at this point.
Questions and comments, the hon. member for Berthier—Maskinongé.