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- Louis-Saint-Laurent
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- May/23/24 9:35:13 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, is the minister aware that the issue is not about processes, but the actions of his predecessor, Mr. Lametti, who tossed out the CCRG's report?
Is he aware of the fact that he went against what the CCRG was saying?
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- May/23/24 9:34:38 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, Patrick Michel said that Minister Lametti's decision “not only discredits the administration of justice, it also discredits the review process for wrongful convictions”.
Is the minister proud of his predecessor?
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- May/23/24 9:33:53 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the director of criminal and penal prosecutions spoke out about Mr. Lametti's action, saying that he and his staff did not even know these opinions existed and that this does not help them understand. On the contrary, it makes the minister's decision to order a new trial even harder to understand.
Does the minister agree with Mr. Michel?
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- May/23/24 9:33:05 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, is the minister aware that the fact that Minister Lametti was asked for two opinions and he never made them public has undermined the credibility of the justice system? Is he aware of that?
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- May/23/24 9:32:45 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, does the current minister want the two opinions that Minister Lametti solicited to be made public, yes or no?
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- May/23/24 9:32:08 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, did Minister Lametti seek other opinions to determine whether he was going to make his decision, apart from that of the Criminal Conviction Review Group?
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- May/23/24 9:31:38 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the Criminal Conviction Review Group did not find that any miscarriages of justice had occurred. However, Minister Lametti ordered another trial, citing a miscarriage of justice.
Does the minister believe that Minister Lametti did the right thing, yes or no?
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- May/23/24 9:30:44 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, what was it that led the former minister of justice, Mr. Lametti, to order another trial? Can the minister answer me?
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- May/23/24 9:29:53 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, I will be splitting my time with the member for Langley—Aldergrove .
Two months ago, a legal saga ended when former justice Jacques Delisle admitted his guilt in the 2009 murder of his wife.
Does the minister know what action his predecessor, the Hon. David Lametti, took in this case?
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- Jan/30/24 12:11:34 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, it is with some emotion that I rise to pay homage to the hon. member for LaSalle—Émard—Verdun, for whom we have tremendous respect and esteem.
I vividly remember when he was appointed minister. I had to make a few comments at the time. In fact I was reviewing the appointments that had been made. A journalist asked me what I thought about Mr. Lametti’s appointment as justice minister. I think I can use his name. I am a member of the official opposition, and I have to be loyal to my position, so I was trying to find something a bit harsh to say. However, I began reading the minister’s resumé and I saw that he was a renowned jurist, a university professor cited by others across the country, and someone who was extensively involved in the justice system in Canada. I really had to say something negative, so I asked why the Prime Minister had not appointed him sooner. I said he should have been appointed sooner.
During question period, the parties have 30 to 35 seconds to argue their point of view. This certainly can be a rough and even brutal experience. However, I always had intelligent, articulate, reasonable and reasoned conversations with the justice minister. We know that we are worlds apart on many issues, but we have always had tremendous respect for one another. I would like to thank him for his attention when I was consulted about certain appointments. He always acted with honour and dignity.
Regarding what he said about his family, I would like to point out that such is the case for millions of Canadians. I, too, am the son of immigrants. My mother was born in Italy. I, too, have felt the personal responsibility to continue what my parents started by choosing this country and being chosen by this country. The minister, whose family did not have much education, arrived here and had a brilliant academic career. He served the university and he served Canada in the highest possible positions for a jurist. He has honoured his family.
In closing, I will tell members what I often tell my friend the member for Québec, who is himself a seasoned academic with executive experience. I hope that he will continue his teaching career to share his experience as an academic and executive with hundreds and thousands of students.
I wish Mr. Lametti all the best in his future endeavours.
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