Mr. Speaker, the seat in question has only been empty for three or four days. In fact, the government is not legally able to call a byelection at this time.
In the House of Commons on October 29th, 2010. See this statement in context.
In the House of Commons on October 29th, 2010. See this statement in context.
Harmonized Sales TaxOral Questions
October 29th, 2010 / 11:25 a.m.
Ottawa West—Nepean Ontario
Conservative
John Baird ConservativeLeader of the Government in the House of Commons
Mr. Speaker, the seat in question has only been empty for three or four days. In fact, the government is not legally able to call a byelection at this time.
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