Lost her last election, in 2006, with 23% of the vote.
Women's Health May 29th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, my question is for the Minister of Health.
The Centres of Excellence for Women's Health are a vital link in the government's efforts to improve the quality of care being provided by the health care system, the protection of health, and the health of aboriginal women and of women living in rural areas.
Will the Minister of Health tell the House what steps he has taken to ensure the continuation of the vital work being done by the centres of excellence?
Canadian Police Week May 18th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, I would like to mention to the House that this is Canadian Police Week.
The aim of this initiative is to inform the community about police services. The police are using it to strengthen their ties with the community.
Police week is the fruit of efforts by a number of parties, including the Government of Canada and the provincial attorneys general. Throughout the week, activities have been organized to make the public aware of the role of the police in our communities.
Our police officers are devoted, courageous and vigilant. The police in the riding of Shefford have certainly always been so.
Let us take this moment to acknowledge that it is thanks to the work they do that we live in security, and they bring this home every day.
Millennium Scholarships May 9th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, the Canada Millennium Scholarship Foundation last week distributed its excellence awards for the 2001-02 academic year.
One hundred and twenty-four graduates in Quebec were awarded scholarships in recognition for their academic achievement, community involvement, leadership and innovation.
I want to congratulate Mathieu Carignan of Saint-Césaire in the riding of Shefford, who is among the winners of an excellence award.
Winning this award represents a unique moment in the life of a student. It is an excellent way to encourage and recognize the academic work of our young people, the next generation.
Created through the initiative of the Government of Canada, these awards represent a major investment in the future of our students. It is a fine way to promote academic excellence.
Bravo Mathieu, once again. Canada enjoys great wealth in the promise of its youth and you are a shining example.
Bombardier April 27th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, this past April 16 we learned some good economic news.
Bombardier Inc. announced that it will be hiring one thousand people in the Montreal region in order to fill an order for 50 seater regional jets.
These one thousand new jobs in Dorval will be in addition to the 1,700 projected for Mirabel, where the 70 and 86 seater commuter planes will be (constructed).
Bombardier estimates the value of the 75 orders at $2.35 billion Canadian. They raise the total orders for regional jets to 551.
This local company has an impressive record. In 2001, Bombardier Aeronautics has signed agreements on a total of 96 jet orders.
Volunteerism April 26th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, we are celebrating National Volunteer Week. Altogether, more than 7.5 million volunteers across Canada have a profound influence on virtually every aspect of our society. Through their volunteer work, they are showing the fundamental value they attach to the wellbeing of their communities.
The year 2001 has been proclaimed the International Year of Volunteers by the United Nations. This year, and this week in particular, let us celebrate the devotion, compassion and commitment of all those whose everyday actions make the great Canadian community the strong and dynamic one that it is.
Today on the Hill, a group of 60 volunteers from all four corners of this country received recognition by the Government of Canada on behalf of all their counterparts across Canada.
Special thanks and congratulations to all the volunteers in the riding of Shefford.
Secretaries Day April 25th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, every year the return of the lovely days of April brings a very special day, Secretaries Day.
Today I want to tell the House why this day is set aside in their honour in recognition of the important work they do.
In all sectors, private and public, the people in these positions are devoted. The work they do in their job obviously helps expand our job market.
Over the years the image of the secretary has changed somewhat. Room has been made for men in this job as well. Regardless of the gender of the person in the job, on this day, I say for all to hear “Behind every manager is a great person known as a secretary”.
I pay tribute to the excellence of your work and wish you a happy Secretaries Day.
Charles Daudelin April 6th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, it was with profound sadness that I learned this week of the death of a great artist from Granby, Charles Daudelin.
Charles Daudelin was an icon of Quebec's art history. He was one of its most versatile artists, working in almost all artistic mediums. Particularly striking were the huge and magnificent sculptures he produced over the years.
He made puppets and, with his wife Louise, operated them in various parks in Quebec, much to the delight of children. He showed work in many exhibits, some of them in other countries.
He received many awards over his lifetime, including the Paul-Émile Borduas award, the highest distinction in visual arts in Quebec. This award, which he won in 1985, recognized his dynamic contribution to integrating sculpture and architecture, and the groundbreaking role he played in the evolution of the arts in Quebec.
Part of the legacy the great Charles Daudelin left us stands on view in front of public buildings in many cities—
Organized Crime March 29th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, yesterday various police forces carried out arrests and searches relating to biker gang members and premises.
Since the opposition has not had the time for several weeks to deal with any real questions on matters of great public concern, we in the Liberal caucus have heeded the urgings of the various police forces and the people in our ridings for further action to be taken in the battle against organized crime.
Can the Minister of Justice tell us what measures the government plans to take in response to these urgent pleas from the public?
Radio Jeunesse March 20th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, I would like to draw my colleagues' attention to the Radio Jeunesse initiative, which was launched as part of the Rendez-vous de la Francophonie, which will be held until March 25.
Radio Jeunesse broadcast on the airwaves for the first time in 1999 during the Jeux de la Francophonie in Moncton, and was a hit. The second edition is happening this year, as the fourth edition of the games is being held.>
Over 70 young people aged between 18 and 30 from countries belonging to the Francophonie will have a turn to speak. They will report the events of the games and introduce us to international Francophonie. They will prepare, host and produce very diversified programming.
I invite you to listen to 89.9 on the FM band, the RFA network or the Internet from June 24 to July 24, and you will be part of a great radio gathering as the guest of the world's young francophones.
Valentine's Day February 14th, 2001
Mr. Speaker, today is Valentine's Day, a day to celebrate love in all its forms, a day when one realizes that love is something vital to every human being.
I would like this day to include those to whom life has been less kind. I would like us to give a special thought to those who are alone and have no one with whom to share their love, to children living in violence and deprived of tenderness, hugs and affection, to our seniors, who are too often forgotten and left on their own.
Let us make this a day of peace and love. Let us send our wishes Canada-wide in the hope that Cupid's arrow will bring all Canadians closer together.