Mr. Speaker, one thing that has not been discussed much in today's debate is the fiscal imbalance. My colleagues may be wondering what the fiscal imbalance has to do with today's debate and whether I am out to lunch. Let me explain.
What we are debating today is a federal matter, but let us not forget that every decision made here regarding the Criminal Code inevitably has repercussions on the finances of Quebec and the provinces, since the administration of justice is largely their responsibility. Let us not forget that the fiscal imbalance persists, whether in terms of health transfers or in the area of justice. We can make decisions here, but then the burden falls on Quebec and the provinces.
Does the federal government recognize that, at some point, it will have to admit that the decisions made here regarding the Criminal Code and justice have repercussions on Quebec's finances?