The Speaker on The Late James W. Bourque

In the House of Commons on October 22nd, 1996. See this statement in context.

The Late James W. BourqueThe Royal Assent

October 22nd, 1996 / 3:10 p.m.

The Speaker

I have the honour to inform the House that a communication has been received as follows:

Rideau Hall Ottawa,

October 22, 1996

Sir,

I have the honour to inform you that the Hon. Peter dec. Cory, Puisne Judge of the Supreme Court of Canada, in his capacity as Deputy Governor General, will proceed to the Senate chamber today, the 22nd day of October, 1996, at 4.15 p.m., for the purpose of giving Royal Assent to certain bills.

Yours sincerely,

Anthony P. Smyth Deputy Secretary Policy, Program and Protocol

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