Mr. Speaker, these words were spoken by a famous Canadian in 1885:
I am more convinced every day that without a single exception I did right. And I have always believed that, as I have acted honestly, the time will come when the people of Canada will see and acknowledge it.
Louis Riel has been vindicated and has become the most written about personality in Canadian history.
The province of Manitoba has just recently recognized the third Monday in February as Louis Riel Day and has made it a statutory holiday.
Louis Riel is now recognized as the founder of Manitoba, and this Monday Manitobans will officially recognize his contribution by celebrating this day in his honour for the first time.
The body of this famous Canadian lies in a place of honour in the cemetery of the St. Boniface Cathedral. As the member for that wonderful riding, I am proud that his contribution is to be recognized in such a commendable way.