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HOUSE OF COMMONS
CHAMBRE DES COMMUNES
OTTAWA, CANADA
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Chairman
Western & Northern Caucus

November 28, 1990

Mayor IL. Traboulay
City of Port Coquitlam
2272 McAllister Avenue
Port Coquitlam, BC

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Your Worship:

Re: <A Public Campaign for Canada

Last. October 16, I introduced in the House of Commons for first
reading, Bill C-337, an act to amend the Parliament of Canada Act
(oath or solemn affirmation).

giance to Her Mayes
he Constitution. However,
xr its Constitution. I believe
nS aS a shortcoming of the

Canadians would prefer an oath taken by parliamentarians that
perhaps is best described as contemporary and up to date, one
that reflects the growth in the maturity of our nation. Tf think
my bill will do that. It woula@ require MPs to take a second oath
pledging allegiance to Canada and its Constitution.

Canada yet again is feeling an identity crisis. It is incumbent
upon members of the House of Commons to express faith and
confidence in Canada. I would welcome support for an oath of
allegiance to Canada, our home, our beloved country.

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JOHN HARVARD, M.P.
Member for Winnipeg St. James