Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to present a petition calling on the government to assist Canadians who are detained abroad and who rely on the government not only for documentation, but for meaningful, timely protection when their life, health and dignity are at risk.
The petitioners call on the Government of Canada to establish an independent public inquiry or commissioner-style investigation, with findings formally reported to Parliament, looking into how Canada responds when detained Canadians face sustained medical or humanitarian emergencies abroad. They also call on the government to strengthen parliamentary oversight and reporting mechanisms to ensure transparency, accountability and public confidence in consular decision-making.