Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my colleagues in the Reform Party, I would like to pay tribute to a former member of this House, Norman Fawcett, who passed away on January 26 at the age of 86.
One word comes to mind when reading about Norman Fawcett, and the word is devotion.
Although Norman Fawcett only served in the House for one term from 1965 to 1968 as the member for Nickel Belt, his entire life was devoted to public service. Besides his involvement in various community organizations and boards, he served on the municipal council for the town of Capreol where he held the positions of councillor, deputy mayor and mayor before finally retiring from politics in 1991.
He was a conductor with CNR for over 30 years and was also a lifelong member of the United Transportation Union and also of the New Democratic Party.
Mr. Fawcett's dedication to public service is carried on through other members of his family with their service to their community. Several of his family members are currently involved in municipal and provincial politics in the province of Ontario. His legacy and commitment live on through them.
On behalf of the Reform Party, I would like to express our sincere condolences to his wife, children and other members of his family. He will most surely be missed.