Madam Speaker, as I indicated when I stood up to address the issue, the system designed to protect the public failed in this incident. I think all members of the House of all political stripes recognize that. What has taken place is very tragic and we give our condolences to Ms. Levesque's family and friends. It is important that we not forget this and continue to push to ensure that it does not happen in the future.
In the debate I have heard thus far, it has been upsetting that members of the opposition, particularly Conservative members, have tried to give a false impression that this is the government's fault, and they go on about the appointment process. I point out to the member that in order for parole officers to do what they do, the vice-chair, who was a Harper appointment, must train them. They cannot manage the files until they have been qualified and receive certain training. That is also something—