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Wednesday, March 23, 2016 · sitting No. 34
Commons pays tribute to Jim Hillyer after sudden death
The House of Commons devoted the day to tributes for Conservative MP Jim Hillyer of Medicine Hat—Cardston—Warner, who died suddenly that morning. Leaders from every party expressed shock and extended condolences to his wife Livi and their four children.
Rona Ambrose told the House that the day was a sad one for the Conservative family and parliamentary family. Justin Trudeau said the moment should prompt members to know one another better beyond media comments and House speeches.
Thomas Mulcair called Hillyer a husband, father and parliamentarian taken far too soon. Rhéal Fortin, Elizabeth May and Dominic LeBlanc also offered condolences on behalf of their parties and noted the human side of parliamentary work.
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Rona Ambrose said she had spoken with Hillyer's wife Livi, who wanted thanks passed along for the kindness shown.
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Justin Trudeau said members learn of each other through media comments and speeches but do not often dig deeper.
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Thomas Mulcair described Hillyer as passionate in his political convictions and a family man.
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Rhéal Fortin said the death reminds members of the deeply human aspect behind debates and public roles.
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Elizabeth May said Hillyer's insistence on attending budget day exemplified his strong sense of duty.
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Dominic LeBlanc said discussions among the parties had produced a motion to dispose of two quick procedural matters before adjournment.
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