Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Mr. Chris Hodson, the newest member of the Ontario legislature who won a provincial byelection in Victoria-Haliburton on St. Patrick's Day.
He has been described as a political newcomer, however after closer examination his family name has a long history, including this very chamber. His grandfather, Clayton Wesley Hodson, was the member of Parliament for Victoria from 1945 to 1963. His uncle, Glen Hodson, was the member of the provincial parliament for Victoria-Haliburton from 1963 to 1975.
Once again I want to congratulate Chris on his victory. I look forward to working with him to provide excellent representation for the constituents of Victoria-Haliburton.