Mr. Speaker, Harry Greenwood is the West Vancouver Chamber of Commerce Citizen of the Year.
Harry is a former Royal Canadian Navy Seaman, decorated World War II veteran, and recipient of France's Legion of Honour medal.
He sent me a photo once, shaking the former prime minister's hand saying, “I don't think he's going to vote for you”.
Harry is a Scotsman who lived in Hamilton and dedicated himself to the labour movement and Mohawk College before moving to West Vancouver.
I met him when he was 75 through his service on the library board, the harmony arts festival, the seniors centre, and of course, the Royal Canadian Legion.
When he accepted his award, he dedicated it to all the volunteers. At 91, he lives by example.
It is a privilege to learn from Harry, to call him my friend, and to recognize his service to Canada in the House of Commons.