Justice

During statements by members on justice, Liberal MP Giovanna Mingarelli spoke in support of Bill C-16, the Protecting Victims Act, saying it would strengthen the Criminal Code to better protect victims of violence and abuse. She linked her support to a commitment she said she made when elected for Prescott—Russell—Cumberland and said more must be done to stop harassment, especially online. This was the only substantive statement sampled from the debate.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Giovanna Mingarelli, Prescott—Russell—Cumberland

Liberal
“I support this bill because it protects victims of violence and abuse. We must do more to stop harassment, especially online.”
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Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of Bill C-16, the protecting victims act, which would strengthen the Criminal Code to better protect victims of violence and abuse. When I was elected as the member of Parliament for Prescott—Russell—Cumberland, I committed to protecting those experiencing violence and abuse. Today, I reaffirm that commitment. More must be done to address the rise in toxic and harassing behaviour, particularly online. Like many Canadians, I have received persistent, abusive communications. It is harassment and it is unacceptable. All Canadians, including every elected official in this House of Commons, have the right to a harassment-free home and work environment. Together, we must empower a public culture of respect, safety and dignity for all.

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