Mr. Speaker, on the recommendation of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police, Yvon Labelle, a resident of my riding, was decorated with a second bar, a high police honour.
This was a well deserved tribute in recognition of 40 years of loyal service, 30 of which were in the city of Montreal at MUCPD, and 10 in Saint-Basile-le-Grand in the riding of Chambly—Borduas.
Throughout his career, Mr. Labelle managed various police teams and civilian employees. Under his charge they achieved noteworthy operational, administrative and community relations objectives.
In both cities, he established new methods for working with the community, bringing police officers and members of the public together thereby personalizing the role of the police in the community.
Congratulations to Mr. Labelle. The Bloc Québécois wishes him a happy retirement surrounded by his loved ones.