Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and thank you, colleagues. Mr. Speaker, continuing support for these five shelters, that is certainly critical, but what about all the other women? In my riding, the communities of Fort McPherson and Tsiigehtchic want to establish a local safe house, a place where the community can support some of its most vulnerable residents. Provided a location could be secured, such a place could be managed by the local organizations, like the band, with the government's support.
A safe house is exactly that, Mr. Speaker, a safe place where a woman and her children may find shelter, access government services, receive counselling and advice, and simply rest, knowing that they are secure. Women who leave violent partners and unsafe homes are acting with incredible courage, and they need more support from us. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. I will have questions later today.