Madam Speaker, I concur with many of the words the member has spoken, especially when we think of the bigger picture, which is that every Canadian deserves dignity. It is important during this debate that we recognize just how difficult an issue this really is. It touches the hearts and emotions of the people who have to make this very difficult decision. We cannot underestimate just how difficult that decision is.
This is one of the reasons that it is important, as the government has said, to start up that conversation with Canadians, including provinces, territories, indigenous leaders, the many different stakeholders, professionals and patients. I hope to hear from a lot of patients, as well as providers, bedside staff and family members. I think that is absolutely critical in continuing to bring in what will hopefully be the best MAID legislation that we have seen.