Madam Speaker, today I would like to pay tribute to Jean-Hugues Chicoine, who this year is celebrating the 20th anniversary of his ordination to the permanent diaconate.
Mr. Chicoine provides assistance and support to the most vulnerable members of society on a daily basis. In 1984, he founded Auberge Galilée, a community organization that helps the needy in the Terrebonne region. Auberge Galilée remains to this day a very important player in the field of community and volunteer services in Terrebonne.
The Knights of Columbus also recognized the steadfast contribution of Mr. Chicoine and his family to their community by awarding them the title of “Knights of Columbus family of the year” in 1989. That was the same year that Mr. Chicoine was ordained a permanent deacon.
Throughout his life, Mr. Chicoine has been unconditionally supportive of his fellow citizens, and his kindness knows no bounds. On behalf of the community of Terrebonne—Blainville, I would like to thank and congratulate Mr. Chicoine for his years of dedication—