Although I can’t help being hopeful that Lindsey may still be alive and well, my search for answers has convinced me that the need for a national Missing Person and Found Remains databank is urgent. I have encountered people across Canada who are working hard to make this databank a reality. These people work for organizations searching for missing people, trying to identify remains, fighting violent crime or helping victims of crime. These are the front line people who understand how important and valuable this tool could be. I believe that Canadians will be as shocked as I was when I realized I could not provide my own DNA sample to be placed in a national databank. If Lindsey had met with foul play, she could be identified through my DNA. My hope was that once she was identified, the murderer would be caught. There are over 6,000 unidentified DNA profiles in the National Crime Scene index. A large number of these samples are undoubtedly victims - victims that could be identified through DNA. So you see, this legislation is not just about finding missing loved ones. This legislation will link victims to crime scenes and give the police the information they need to investigate crimes and keep violent criminals off the street. If you take the time to read some of the articles in the archive section of this website, you will see that the campaign for this legislation is gaining momentum. The legislation, Bill C279 (affectionately known as Lindsey’s Law), was tabled as a private member’s bill. I have taken this as far as I can – I am now asking for your help. The next step is to let your Member of Parliament know that you support this legislation. One of the best ways to make sure they are aware of the bill is to ask them specifically how they plan to vote and why. Please click HERE and use one of the templates to write a quick letter or e-mail. Thanks, Judy Peterson