Mr. Speaker, yesterday the Montreal chapter of the Société Saint-Jean-Baptiste honoured four Quebecers for their exceptional contribution to the culture and society of Quebec.
Mr. Paul Piché, a songwriter and signer has been awarded the title of patriot of the year.
Mrs. Myriam Bédard, who won two gold medals in biathlon at the Lillehamer Winter Olympic Games, received the Maurice-Richard Award for her excellent athletic performance.
Mr. Jacques Bobet, producer, director and scriptwriter at the NFB received the André-Guérin Award for his contribution to cinema.
Finally, the poet, novelist and essayist Fernand Ouellette received the Ludger-Duvernay Award in recognition of the international dimension of his work.
The members of the Bloc Quebecois wish to honour these four great figures all Quebecers are proud of.