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House Hansard - 288

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 29, 2024 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 288 - Feb/29/24
Ms. Marie-Hélène Gaudreau (Laurentides—Labelle, BQ)
  • Feb/29/24 2:15:11 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, today I would like to pay tribute to an exceptional man from my riding of Laurentides—Labelle. He is a rare gem who has been volunteering in amateur hockey and baseball in the community of Sainte-Agathe for over 60 years now. Pierre Fournelle was awarded the Lieutenant Governor's Medal for Exceptional Merit in January. He clearly deserves this impressive honour. Thanks to his passionate involvement and dedication, Mr. Fournelle has spread his love of sport to the young people who have come into contact with him. For decades, he has enabled thousands of young people to benefit from quality sports facilities. Despite his venerable age, he remains active and involved in the community. I admire his lively spirit and hope that his volunteer work will be a model for future generations.
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Context: House Hansard - 288 - Feb/29/24
Ms. Marie-Hélène Gaudreau (Laurentides—Labelle, BQ)
  • Feb/29/24 3:40:15 p.m.
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Madam Speaker, I really appreciated my colleague's comments. Quebec has been using the early childhood centre model for 25 years. We are well aware that the role of the official opposition is to oppose, which is what it is doing. However, we know this program's value and its economic benefits. We know how much it contributes economically, and we also know its preventive benefits from a health perspective. My question is simple. I would like my colleague to tell me, is there is any hidden reason that would explain why we should not move forward and why the Conservatives are still against it?
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