Mr. Speaker, this is a response to a question by Mr. Gargan on September 15. This is in response to his question about federal officials participating in Gender Awareness Programs.
The Member asked if I would communicate with the federal Minister of Justice, about the participation of one of her officials in a Gender Awareness Training Program. I wish to inform the Member that I will not be doing so.
I am, however, in favour of gender awareness training, for those who work in the justice system. I have forwarded to the Honourable Kim Campbell, a copy of the Report of the Special Advisor on Gender Equality, released in May of this year, which makes that recommendation. We will also be looking to the development of gender awareness training for territorial employees working in the justice system. Thank you.