Mr. Speaker, I rise to share the sentiments of Canadians and give many congratulations to the Prime Minister.
Last night our Prime Minister received the Beth Shalom Synagogue Humanitarian of the Year Award. It is richly deserved by a man whose vision of Canada is one nation wanting the very best for her citizens, a nation with a soul for humanity for all.
In accepting the award the Prime Minister said: “Canada is a nation where there is no higher calling than helping people build better lives for themselves and their families. It is a country that is worth protecting and fighting for”.
With his characteristic humility he continued: “This award is more about Canada than anything I have accomplished in my career”.
These are truly the words of a man whose habit of the heart and habit of mind throughout his entire political life have remained focused on ensuring one Canada for all. I, along with my colleagues in this House, salute our Prime Minister.