Debates of the Senate (Hansard)
Debates of the Senate (Hansard)
2nd Session, 37th Parliament,
Volume 140, Issue 2
Tuesday, October 1, 2002
The Honourable Dan Hays, Speaker
THE SENATE
Tuesday, October 1, 2002
The Senate met at 2 p.m., the Speaker in the Chair.
Prayers.
The Late Honourable Ron J. Duhamel, P.C.
Silent Tribute
The Hon. the Speaker: Honourable senators, it is with deep regret that I convey to you the news that the Honourable Senator Ron J. Duhamel, P.C., passed away last evening. There will be an opportunity for us to pay tribute later. I have taken the liberty of sending deepest condolences to the family on behalf of the Senate and all senators.
[Translation]
Honourable senators, I would ask that you rise and join with me in a minute of silent tribute.
Honourable senators then stood in silent tribute.
Hon. Fernand Robichaud (Deputy Leader of the Government): Honourable senators, out of respect for our deceased colleague Senator Duhamel, I move, seconded by the Honourable Senator Kinsella, that the Senate do now stand adjourned.
The Senate adjourned until 2:00 p.m. tomorrow.