Maybe not, but one never knows. We could look into it. It would be a discovery of some significance for these individuals to find out that they have Acadian blood in their veins.
In supporting Motion No. 241, I am speaking on behalf of all the Acadians who lost their lives, their families and their children in that part of Acadian history that has shaped the history of Canada and my own history.
The Acadian people are still around and have their own distinguishing characteristics and culture. Over the years, they have never been as vibrant and proud of their identity.
Today, I was disappointed to hear the member for Madawaska—Restigouche turning the debate into a partisan issue because I believe that every member elected to this place has the right to be here and to introduce a private member's motion, regardless of his political affiliation.
I am sure that the member for Verchères—Les-Patriotes was sincere in introducing his motion. I have trouble accepting that members would rise in the House and accuse another party of being at fault. We are Canadians. As a pure-blooded Acadian, all that I am asking is that, when an error has been made or atrocities committed, it is not hard to say “I am sorry”.
I too have children. If I make a mistake as a father, if I have done something wrong, I assume my responsibilities and I say “I am sorry, I made a mistake”. This is how one wins the respect of others.
We perhaps cannot forget certain disciplinary actions that were taken, but we can at least accept them. We can see the future. I am forced to make this comment because I am disappointed at the speech made by the member across the way.
I wonder whether a minister did not write his speech for him. He calls himself the Acadian MP, but I think they will always say that they are Brayons. I do not want to start another debate.
The Bloc Quebecois motion will not turn back the clock, but it will right a terrible wrong.