Madam Speaker, from day one, the government has understood the depth of the issue and how important it is to Canadians. As I indicated in my comments, this is very much a personal issue, with great difficulties surrounding the decision-making process. The government has brought in legislation, it has updated the legislation and it has had special joint committees in the past. There is another one coming up in November, which will provide a report in January. The federal government has the responsibility to do proper consultation despite what the Bloc and NDP might try to portray.
In the House of Commons on October 31st, 2024. See this statement in context.