Hon. Alice Wong, P.C.

On November 5, 2009, Alice Wong gave a Members’ Statement on the passing of Ray Leitch.

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The following is a transcript:

Mrs. Alice Wong (Richmond, CPC): Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mark the passing of Ray Leitch, a long-time Conservative activist and volunteer. Sadly, Ray passed away in Vancouver on Monday night.

Ray was a great example of what it means to be Canadian. He took pride in Canada’s democratic process and devoted the majority of his life to volunteering for the Conservative cause.

Ray served in many capacities, from volunteering on campaigns to serving as a national councillor, and most recently to sitting as an EDA president in Vancouver.

But he was more than a volunteer. Ray was also a friend, a confidant and a trusted advisor who helped many who have served in this House achieve their dreams of participating in Canada’s political life.

Today I rise on behalf of the Conservative caucus to honour the memory of Ray Leitch and to offer my condolences to his family. He was a true gentleman and will be greatly missed.

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