Lost his last election, in 2004, with 36% of the vote.
Petitions November 25th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36 I present a petition on behalf of residents of Owen Sound in my riding of Bruce—Grey.
The petition is signed primarily by constituents from Owen Sound and relates to the licensing of religious broadcasters. The petitioners request that parliament review the mandate of the CRTC and encourage it to license Christian broadcasters.
Osteoporosis Awareness Month November 23rd, 1998
Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to inform the House that November is Osteoporosis Awareness Month.
Osteoporosis is an insidious chronic disease characterized by bone loss.
This disease makes people susceptible to hip, spine and wrist fractures, often leading to reduced activity and quality of life. Long term hospitalization and nursing home placement can be the result.
Osteoporosis is most common among women 60 to 69, and 42% of women over 79 have this disease. Younger women and men can also develop osteoporosis.
The month of November presents an opportunity for all Canadians to “bone up” and protect themselves.
On behalf of the House, I commend the Osteoporosis Society of Canada for its efforts and wish the society a very successful Osteoporosis Awareness Month.
Rural Canada November 16th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the work of one of my constituents who participated in a national rural conference held in Belleville last month.
Jan Sideris travelled from my riding of Bruce—Grey to meet with some 200 other Canadians for a common goal. They spent three days discussing the challenges of rural life with others who want a sustainable future for rural Canada. Jan tells me the weekend was most productive and the results encouraging.
Participants overcame regional differences and came from tiny east coast villages, remote northern towns and small farming communities. They worked together in a way to strengthen and enhance rural life. They discussed building partnerships and finding workable solutions to chronic unemployment problems.
My thanks goes to Jan and those other Canadians who attended this conference. Their work and dedication are a true contribution to rural Canada.
Petitions November 5th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, the second petition from the residents of Durham and Elmwood request that parliament review the mandate of the CRTC to encourage the licensing of religious broadcasters.
Petitions November 5th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36, I have the honour to present on behalf of my constituents of Bruce—Grey two petitions.
The first petition, signed by constituents from Hanover, Walkerton and Chesley, concerns the legal definition of marriage. The petitioners ask that parliament define marriage in Canadian statute as the union between an unmarried male and an unmarried female.
Petitions October 28th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36(1), I have the honour to present a petition on behalf of my constituents from the beautiful towns of Owen Sound, Sauble Beach, Mar and Wiarton.
The petitioners ask that the government regulate the use of watercraft. Georgian Bay is a beautiful tourist region and excessive speed and noise are creating problems and the petitioners would like watercraft to be regulated.
Petitions October 7th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, the second petition from constituents of Owen Sound, Annan, Meaford, Shallow Lake and Chatworth asks that parliament not finance or subsidize the sale of Candu reactors to China or any other country.
Petitions October 7th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, pursuant to Standing Order 36 I have the honour to present on behalf of the residents of Bruce—Grey two petitions.
In the first petitioners express their support for legislation with regard to Bill C-304 which would guarantee certain property rights to Canadian citizens.
President Nelson Mandela September 24th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure today to be among those Canadians who welcome Nelson Mandela here to our parliament. President Mandela's visit gives us an opportunity to honour a remarkable man for his lifetime struggle against racism and apartheid.
He has fathered a peaceful revolution, guided by his gentleness, wisdom and strength. This remarkable legacy continues through his dedication to helping the children and youth of South Africa.
The Government of Canada is proud to be a sponsor of the “Mandela and the Children” event at the Skydome tomorrow. Nelson Mandela will reach out to our young people and give them an awareness of Canada's activities in South Africa.
This event will connect young people of Canada with the South African youth in a common cause: the elimination of racism and the promotion of human rights.
The struggle of this great leader encourages us all to reaffirm our commitment to tolerance, equality and social justice.
Supply June 9th, 1998
Mr. Speaker, I listened to my hon. colleague with interest.
The removal of $193,805,000 would completely remove the client services and the law and policy administration. I recall earlier this year that the Bloc Quebecois pleaded with the government for help with motorcycle gangs like the Posse, the Rock Machine and Hell's Angels. Will my hon. colleague still be asking for that kind of help? Where would the money come from to fund that resource?