Mr. Speaker, it is an honour for me to pay tribute to Senator Jack Marshall, a former parliamentarian of this House who was recently inducted into the distinguished Order of Canada.
The Order of Canada recognizes Canadians from a variety of fields and backgrounds and pays tribute to their outstanding service and dedication to our country.
Senator Jack Marshall worked tirelessly as the MP for Humber-St. Georges-White Bay from 1968 to 1978. He then served Canada in the other place for 17 years.
The motto of the order means "they desire a better country".
There is no question that Senator Marshall was dedicated to the people of Newfoundland and Labrador and to the people of Canada. Senator Marshall was and continues to be a powerful advocate for Canadian veterans rights. Today he continues to volunteer his service to Canadians from within the Parliament offices. Such is the calibre and the dedication of this man.
Today it is appropriate for us as parliamentarians to recognize the dedication of this great Canadian and his award of the Order of Canada.