Thursday, May 1, 2003

Health Care Workers

Mr. Speaker:

I rise today to pay tribute to our health care workers in Toronto and across this country who are working long hours under difficult conditions to control and treat SARS.

We in this house are all aware of the enormous pressures that our health care workers have faced over the past 6 weeks. They have dealt with death and sickness as well as the fear of SARS but through it all their dedication, and their heroic efforts, have protected and reassured us that the health and well being of Canadians is paramount.

I want to particularly mention the Humber River Regional Hospital in my own riding and the nurses, doctors, and administrative personnel who have worked tirelessly to protect my community. Rueben Devlin, the president and CEO, is on the front lines beside his staff providing constant support and comfort.

Thanks to the combined efforts of governments and medical teams, the disease is now under control. I ask members of this house to join with me in remembering those families affected by SARS, and To congratulate our health care workers and medical staff on a superb job.

Thank you, Mr. Speaker.