Madam Speaker, the new Minister of Public Safety is working hard with colleagues and critics across this House to discuss his portfolio and is meeting with the Prime Minister in terms of his mandate.
However, it is important to note that when it comes to gun legislation in this country, Canadians have sent a very clear message that we expect to take off the streets those dangerous assault rifles that were meant to do maximum harm and were never meant to be in the hands of people in our communities.
With that being said, we have heard many perspectives, including those from indigenous communities and from hunters who are reasonable gun owners who use weapons for the purposes of hunting or sport shooting. Therefore, we want to make sure that in the process, when it comes to any gun legislation, we are listening and considering, making sure that our gun legislation is balanced. Let us make no mistake: Canadians have made it very clear that dangerous assault weapons and handguns have no place in our society.
The government is working on the buyback program. We are still consulting to ensure that the rollout will provide the clarity that the member opposite is requesting. However, at the end of the day what is important for Canadians is safety on our streets, ensuring that dangerous weapons are not in the hands of criminals. Our priority is keeping communities safe. The details of the buyback program will come forward and we will ensure that Canadian communities are safe.