Mr. Speaker, today, I am proud to recognize the unique contribution of an individual from my riding who passed away on November 3.
There is no question that Henri Audet was a great ambassador for our city and the entire country. This man cleverly and courageously built a small Trois-Rivières television station into a prominent, multinational communications company that provides services in Canada and in Portugal. That company is Cogeco. Our country owes a debt of gratitude to this pioneer of French-language television for his contribution to our cultural heritage, a contribution that earned him the Order of Canada in 1994.
This tireless worker certainly lived a very full life. Yet, a man's greatness is not determined only by his professional achievements, for while Mr. Audet had a very successful career, his greatest treasure was his family.
I extend my heartfelt condolences to his wife and children. On behalf of the people of Trois-Rivières, I thank Mr. Audet for his remarkable contribution to our city's history and development. May his spirit continue to inspire people in Trois-Rivières and across Canada.