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Anniversary of Canadian Confederation

Members marked the upcoming anniversary of Canadian Confederation, with Canada Day approaching. Michael Barrett, a Conservative, spoke about Canada’s 159th birthday, saying there is much to be proud of, and highlighted the history of his riding of Leeds—Grenville—Thousand Islands—Rideau Lakes, including the Rideau Canal and the Thousand Islands, and the people there who helped build and defend the country.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Michael Barrett

Conservative
“Canada Day is coming up. I am proud of Canada and the people in my riding who helped build and defend our country.”
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Mr. Speaker, as Canada prepares to celebrate its 159th birthday, we have every reason to be proud of the country we call home. In Leeds—Grenville—Thousand Islands—Rideau Lakes, that story is written into our landscape. The Rideau Canal helped build a young nation. The Thousand Islands became one of Canada’s great treasures. Our farmers have fed Canadians for generations. In every major conflict since Confederation, the men and women of our communities have answered the call to serve. Their story is Canada’s story. It is a nation built with hard work by people who served when called and left a stronger country for the next generation. As we look ahead to July 1, may we celebrate the courage, service and sacrifice that built the Canada we are all proud to call home.

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