Mr. Speaker, after nine years of Liberals, crime is up and small businesses are fed up. The Liberal Prime Minister changed the laws to make it easier for violent repeat offenders to get bail, and now break-and-enters, thefts and vandalism have become everyday realities for small businesses in Canada. Nearly 60% of small businesses in B.C., for example, are being directly impacted by crime; eight in 10 are worried about their personal safety. This has cost businesses thousands of dollars, driving up costs of food and goods for their customers.
When will the Liberals reverse their catch-and-release policies so Canadians can shop safely and affordably once again?