Madam Speaker, I would like to begin by saying that we agree with Bill C-14. Obviously, like everything else, we will study it more thoroughly in committee. My colleague, the Bloc Québécois justice critic, will be taking care of this file.
However, certain questions come to mind. Contrary to popular belief, we know that the number of inmates awaiting trial has never been higher. The percentage of incarcerated individuals awaiting trial rose from 64% in 2019-20 to 72% in 2022-23. That is huge.
I have two questions for the minister. First, how is that possible? Second, how does the bill address that?