OTTAWA – Debate began in the House of Commons, Monday, on an NDP motion to create a national anti-bullying strategy.

The motion from New Democrat MP Dany Morin follows a bullying-related death that has riveted attention across the country.

The 15-year old B.C. girl committed suicide last week after uploading a clip to YouTube detailing the bullying she endured.

Morin said the suicide last week of Vancouver, B.C., teen Amanda Todd in the wake of a long ordeal of school bullying highlights the problem and demands a solution.

He said it’s time for a national strategy to combat the problem.

Morin said this is a personal issue because he faced many attacks from bullies when he was a child, and pointed out the problem is growing.

He also said the strategy will focus on all types of bullying, not just online.

The motion calls on the government to create a committee to study the problem, the best ways to stop it, and give support to organizations trying to prevent bullying.

It’s expected to face a final vote before the end of November.

In the meantime, candlelight vigils are planned for Friday night across Canada and even in the U.S. in memory of  Todd.

The RCMP and B.C. coroner’s office is investigating her death and searching through hundreds of tips.