Senator Speaker’s Report

New roles and responsibilities Summer 2001 Homage to The Honourable , CD

Former Speaker of the Senate, the Hon- ourable Gildas Molgat passed away suddenly on February 28, 2001.

A proud Franco-Manitobain, Senator Molgat dedicated his life to public ser- vice in a career that spanned six dec- ades. First elected to the Leg- islature in 1953, he went on to become Leader of the from 1961-68. He was summoned to the Senate by Prime Minister Trudeau in 1970. Senator Molgat contributed sig- nificantly to policy debate and develop- ment in areas such as the constitution, Senate reform, Meech Lake, and served the Senate with great distinction as Speaker for two terms, a rare accom- Speaker Dan Hays with former Speaker Gil Molgat (1927—2001) plishment. A new role for Senator Hays A staunch defender of minority rights, Senator Molgat committed a lifetime to At the end of January, Prime Minister Jean Chrétien asked me to ensuring a role for francophones outside assume the role of Speaker of the Senate. of Quebec in the Canadian federation. This position represents a new and interesting challenge. Aside from acting as presiding officer in the chamber, the Speaker of the Senator Hays commented, “Gil Molgat Senate has a role to play in the diplomatic relations between was renowned for his great sense of Canada and our world partners. This includes receiving visiting fairness. He was tireless in his defense representatives, participating in state visits and returning visits on of the Senate as an institution and behalf of the Parliament and government of Canada. Many of you deeply interested in its procedures, tra- will know of my longstanding interest in international affairs and ditions and conventions. All Senators particularly of my role with respect to Canada’s relations with Japan miss his sage advice, quick smile and and other Asia-Pacific countries. In my new role, I look forward to warm personality. Gil was a man who pursuing this interest more fully on the world stage. brought great class and dignity to the I would like to thank all those who offered their congratulations upon Speaker’s chair and to the Senate.” my appointment. As always, I encourage you to keep in touch.

This first edition of Speaker’s Report is dedicated to the memory of former With kindest regards, Dan Hays Speaker Gildas Molgat.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Speaker of the Senate & State Visits Page page 2 & 3 North American Gas Strategies Conference & Canada-Japan Business Committee page 4 INSIDE Military Page: King’s Own Regiment & Sharing Our Military Heritage Campaign page 5 THIS Diplomatic Corner page 6 Around Calgary & Forum for Young page 7 EDITION ... FIPA, Canada-USA Parliamentary Association & Australia page 8 Our Community in Profile … S.A.I.T. expansion & Immigrants of Distinction Awards 2001 page 9 Page 2 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

The Speaker of the A New Format Some of the regular readers of Senator Hays’ newsletter will Roles and Responsibilities notice a different format and focus The Speaker, by tradition, is an impartial member of the Sen- The Speaker of the Senate of Canada has ate, who must reflect all sides of the upper chamber. As a the following responsibilities: result, the newsletter is now called Speaker’s Report. It will focus on Speaker Hays’ role in Ottawa, and will continue to Order and decorum highlight his involvements in Calgary. As the Senate’s presiding officer, it is the Speaker’s responsibility to maintain order Previously featured articles on government initiatives and bills and decorum inside the Senate chamber. will no longer be highlighted. Like any legislature, the Senate is governed We would appreciate your feedback on the new format. by rules, regulations and conventions. The Speaker chairs the sittings of the “red cham- ber,” and presides over votes. He also makes rulings on points of order, as well as points of privilege raised by senators.

The Speaker’s rulings can be challenged and are subject to a vote. Therefore, it is important for rulings to reflect the wishes of the majority of Senators. A referee, and sometimes a coach, the Speaker must en- sure that the process is fair and equitable for all parties.

Diplomacy The Speaker of the Senate is fourth on the Order of Precedence following the Governor General, the Prime Minister, and the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court of Canada. In this respect, protocol requires the Speaker to be involved in most state visits. The Speaker has not only a ceremonial role but also receives and hosts visiting Heads of State or Heads of Government in the Speaker’s chambers. The Speaker is re- quired to interact on a regular basis with for- eign diplomats as a means of advancing our Official Photograph of Speaker Dan Hays. Speaker Hays is the first Albertan to country’s relations with the world. He is also become Speaker of the Senate (photo credit: Michael Bedford ) expected to travel internationally on behalf of the Canadian Parliament and occasionally as the government’s representative. Change of Address Representation Speaker Dan Hays’ new addresses: The Speaker of the Senate, like all other Senators, must fulfill a representational role in Calgary: Suite #650 and be responsive to the province from 1207 - 11th Avenue S.W. which he is appointed. Speaker Hays will Calgary, AB T3C 0M5 continue to attend his party’s regional Cau- cus and make representations on behalf of in Ottawa: The Speaker’s Office constituents at that level. He will also con- Senate of Canada tinue, when appropriate, to draw noteworthy Ottawa, ON K1A 0A4 issues to the attention of Ministers and the Prime Minister. Please update your mailing lists Page 3 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

State Visits and Official Visits

Speaker Hays has participated in several State Visits and Official Visits since his appointment ...

His Royal Highness, the, Jose Maria Aznar, Prime Minister of Spain Prince of Wales visits Ottawa On May 29, 2001, Prime Minister Aznar of Spain was officially wel- On April 25, 2001, His Royal Highness the comed to Parliament Hill by Speaker Hays and Speaker of the Prince of Wales visited Ottawa. House of Commons Peter Milliken.

Senator Hays, at the invitation of Governor Speaker Hays commented, “Welcoming ceremonies are an impor- General Adrienne Clarkson, joined Prime tant way to make visiting leaders feel that Canada values good re- Minister Chrétien and Canadian parliamen- lations with their country. It is the best way of initiating the visit and tarians for a dinner in honour of HRH the the Rotunda of Parliament Hill offers an impressive backdrop for Prince of Wales at Rideau Hall. the encounter. The gesture is appreciated and sets a positive tone for the more serious discussions, which I have had the pleasure of HRH officially recognized this year’s recipi- hosting in the Speaker’s chambers.” ents of the Governor General’s Caring Ca- nadians Awards at the dinner. Jorge Sampaio, President of Portugal Senator Hays commented, “Meeting an in- On May 28, 2001, Speaker Hays and Speaker Peter Milliken of the ternational figure like HRH was a great hon- House of Commons officially welcomed President Sampaio of Por- our. I was impressed by his ability to con- tugal to Parliament Hill. Speaker Hays hosted a meeting for the nect with the people he met during his visit President in the Speaker’s chambers. A state luncheon was hosted and his approachable down-to-earth na- by Governor General Adrienne Clarkson at Rideau Hall and later in ture.” the evening a dinner was hosted by the Prime Minister at the Na- tional Gallery of Canada. Speaker Hays meets British Prime Minister Blair Speaker Hays welcomes President Vicente Fox On February 22, British Prime Minister Tony of Mexico Blair and his wife Cherie paid an official visit On April 19, 2001, Speaker Hays welcomed Mexican President to Canada. Vicente Fox during his visit to Ottawa.

Prime Minister Blair addressed a joint-sitting Speaker Hays and Mr. Bob Kilger, M.P., Deputy Speaker of the of the Senate and House of Commons. House of Commons, were joined by Mr. Paul Belisle, Clerk of the Speaker Hays officially thanked Prime Senate, Mr. William Corbett, Clerk of the House of Commons, Mrs. Minister Blair following his comments to the Mary McLaren, Usher of the Black Rod and Mr. Andre Boivin, Dep- joint-sitting and for his visit. uty Sergeant-at-Arms in welcoming President Fox. After having

him sign the Distinguished Visitors Book of the Senate and the During the visit, Mrs. Blair was taken to see House of Commons in the Rotunda of Centre Block, President Fox Parliament Hill’s newest monument, the retired to the Speaker’s chambers for discussions between Mexi- “Famous Five Women are Persons” statue. can and Canadian parliamentarians. Tributes were made and Mrs. Blair

commented that British suffragettes needed The topics raised included Canada and Mexico’s mutual interest in to be recognized in a similar fashion. the energy sector, as well as parliamentary relations between our two nations. On the evening of February 22, an official dinner was held in honour of the Blairs at The meeting also helped lay the groundwork for a bilateral visit, to the Museum of Civilization in Ottawa be led by Speaker Hays, to Mexico in 2002.

Speaker Hays commented, “Prime Minister Speaker Hays commented, “I was encouraged by President Fox’s Blair has a wonderful quality that makes knowledge of and interest in Canada and look forward to assisting those in his presence feel great confidence in the enhancement of bilateral relations between our two nations in our prospects for the future.” as we attempt to address issues of mutual interest and benefit.” Page 4 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Ziff Energy Group’s Canada—Japan North American Gas Strategies Business Committee’s Conference 24th Annual Conference

Houston, Texas Calgary,

On April 3, 2001, Speaker Hays traveled to Houston, On May 10, 2001, Speaker Hays presented the lunch- Texas to speak at the Ziff Energy Group’s North Ameri- eon address at the 24th Annual Conference of the can Gas Strategies Conference. Canada-Japan Business Committee at the Palliser Ho-

tel in downtown Calgary. The Conference was designed to explore and address

the gas industry’s challenges in the wake of this winter’s This year’s conference was co-chaired by Mr. Paul Tel- record high gas prices. In the current environment of lier, President & CEO of Canadian National and Mr. short supply, the conference directed most of its atten- Hiroshi Okuda, Chairman of the Board of Toyota Motor tion toward developing a clear strategy for the pursuit of Company. Other Keynote speakers included Mr. Tho- gas supplies in the far north. mas D’Aquino, President and Chief Executive, Busi-

ness Council on National Issues, Mr. Richard Egelton, Speaker Hays joined Governor Tony Knowles of Alaska, Senior Vice President, Bank of Montreal, Len Edwards, Premier Pat Duncan of the Yukon, and Premier Stephen Canadian Ambassador to Japan, Mr. Hiroshi Zaizen, Kakfwi of the Northwest Territories in addressing the Executive Advisor, Mitsubishi Corporation, Mr. Seiichi topic of governments in the north, the political environ- Shimada, Vice President Mitsui & Company and Mr. ment and northern gas. Doug Mitchell, Chair of the Alberta Economic Develop-

ment Authority. Speaker Hays accentuated the following points on the

Canadian view of the topic: Key themes included “the northern edge,” Canada and

the global economy, projected trading prospects for · Canada has substantial natural gas resources, a Canada and Japan, expanding the Canada-Japan Bi- thriving industry and a positive view of northern gas lateral relationship, globalization and the Japan and development. Canada relationship, new sectors; new opportunities, and the Alberta Advantage. · Canada believes in a market-driven policy with transparent, timely, and equitable regulations sup- Approximately 100 delegates from both sides repre- porting an environmentally sound approach to natu- senting Canada and Japan’s largest companies met ral gas resource development. over three days. Sector meetings including Agricul- · The Government of Canada is working to clarify the ture, Fisheries and Food, Automotive Industry, Coal, regulatory pathway for sponsors of natural gas pro- Financial Services, and Information and Communica- jects and to prepare itself to efficiently carry out its tions Technology. regulatory responsibilities. Senator Hays speech touched on the evolution of the Speaker Hays commented, “We understand that north- Japan-Canada bilateral relationship, some of our com- ern gas development will have a broad impact that ex- mon concerns and joint efforts outside the economic tends well beyond the north. New supply sources, and realm, the Canadian government’s Think Canada Ini- the massive investments necessary to develop them will tiative, and areas of opportunity for our relationship to provide benefits throughout North America. In short, grow in the coming century. northern gas development can be positive for Canada, positive for communities in the vicinity of the develop- Speaker Hays commented, “Canada and Japan both ment and ultimately, positive for consumers throughout understand that globalization isn’t just economics, it is North America.” health care, the environment, development and peace and security. It is in these areas that our bilateral rela- Ziff Energy Group is a Calgary consulting company that tionship continues to flourish and evolve.” is known for its expertise in delivering practical natural gas strategies to various sectors of the industry. The “However, we also understand that trade and econom- Ziff Energy Group opened its U.S. based Houston office ics are especially important in this new era. I encour- in 1997. Congratulations to a Calgary company making age all of you to spare no effort in seeking new ways to its mark internationally. revitalize the economic and trade partnership between Canada and Japan.”

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King’s Own Calgary Regiment Sharing our Military Heritage Campaign

Peacekeepers’ Luncheon “Remember, Preserve, Educate”

On January 26, 2001, Honourary Speaker Hays was pleased to be in- Lieutenant Colonel Dan Hays and vited to participate in the Sharing our Honourary Colonel Gordon Len- Military Heritage Campaign as pa- nard co-hosted leading members tron. of the business community at a

luncheon in honour of two The Sharing our Military Heritage Calgary-based peacekeepers Campaign is a joint effort of the who recently completed United Friends of the Canadian War Mu- Nations missions in Africa. seum (Ottawa), the Museum of the

Regiments (Calgary) and the Naval The luncheon featured Museum of Alberta (Calgary). presentations from Major Joe

Howard and Captain Chris Adams The campaign goal is to raise $6.6 of the King’s Own Calgary Reg- million in Alberta from private and iment. Major Howard gave an corporate sources. At the conclusion overview of his experiences in the of the campaign, 50% of the funds Congo, while Captain Adams raised will go to the Canadian War spoke about his mission to Sierra Museum, 33.3% to the Museum of Leone. the Regiments and 16.7% to the Na-

val Museum of Alberta. Senator Hays also made a pres-

entation on his recent participa- Funds are being raised to assist in tion at the second bilateral sym- the construction of a new display posium on Peace and Security in area at the Naval Museum and the Japan. creation of a new library and art gal-

lery at the Museum of the Regiments. Senator Hays commented: “It is Funds will also be distributed to the important for leading members of “Passing of the Torch” campaign cur- the business community to be rently underway as the Canadian aware of the efforts our Canadian War Museum prepares for a new fa- soldiers make. Many of our cility in the National Capital Region. peacekeepers are reservists and The Canadian War Museum is work- require permission from their ing on plans to enhance its exhibits employers to complete these and to create outreach programs and types of missions.” across Canada exhibitions to bring

our military legacy to every region of “Our goal was to have two of our the country. peacekeepers tell their stories

and to gain a measure of support Speaker Hays commented, “As our for these types of efforts among veterans advance in age, it has never leading employers in Calgary.” been more important for their legacy Website HLCol Hays with his regimental col- leagues at the King’s Own Calgary Regi- to be preserved and shared. I hope Senator Hays was named under construction ment’s Freedom of the City Parade (April that this campaign will help remind Honourary Lieutenant Colonel of www.sen.parl.gc.ca/dhays 21, 2001, City Hall, Calgary). Canadians of the price that was paid the King’s Own Calgary Regiment for our freedom.” in the spring of last year. Pictured above (l-r) are Brigadier General Speaker Hays is in the process of (ret) Bob Millar, Honourary Lieutenant The Sharing our Military Heritage updatingA key part his of website the honourary to reflect role his is Colonel Dan Hays and Honourary Colonel Campaign is based at the Museum of newto provide duties linksas Speaker to the Calgary of the Se n- Gordon Lennard. HLCol Hays will join the the Regiments, 4520 Crowchild Trail atecommunity of Canada. for the The King website’s Own will Regiment for an audience with Queen Elizabeth II at Buckingham Palace on July SW, Calgary, AB T2T 5J4 (403) featureCalgary photo Regiment.’s and stories high- lighting Senator Hays’ activities in 24, 2001. 280-7987 or by e-mail: sharing-our- both Ottawa and Calgary. [email protected]. Page 6 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Diplomatic Corner

The Speaker of the Senate plays an important role in maintaining and nurturing Canada’s relationships with our world partners. Here is a sample of some of the work the Speaker has done in this capacity since his appointment:

June 6 Meeting with His Excellency Youcef Yousfi, Ambassador of People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria

May 31 Meeting with His Excellency Dr. Mohammed R. Abdullah Al-Hussaini Al-Sharif, Ambassador of Saudi Arabia

May 31 Farewell meeting with His Excellency Dr. Ernst Jurgen Pohlmann, outgoing Ambassador of Germany

May 29 Working luncheon with Mr. Gennadi Seleznev, Chairman of the State Duma of Russia & His Excellency Ambassador Churkin of Russia

May 29 Meeting with delegation led by Mr. Pavel Pelant, Secretary General of the Senate of the Czech Republic

May 28 Welcome reception for incoming US Ambassador, His Excellency Paul Cellucci

May 23 Meeting with Mr. Abd Elgahani E. Awad El Karim, Sudanese Chargé d’Affaires

May 23 Dinner in honour of Speaker Hays and Kathy Campbell hosted by His Excellency Luc Carbonez , Ambassador of Belgium & Mrs. Marie-Claire Dejaeger

May 16 Meeting with His Excellency Denis Bauchard, Ambassador of France

May 9 Meeting with His Excellency José Pacheco Luiz Gomes, Ambassador of Portugal

May 4 Meeting with His Excellency Seyed Mohammad Ali Mousavi, Ambassador of Iran

May 1 Hosted a working luncheon for the Japan-Canada Parliamentary Association Annual Meeting led by Mr. Hosei Norota ( Japan) and Mr. Bryon Wilfert (Canada)

April 24 Meeting with delegation led by Mr. Jozef Migas, President of the Slovak Republic

April 19 Meeting with His Excellency Mustapha Ahmed Mohamed Noman, Ambassador of Yemen

April 5 Meeting with His Excellency Katsuhisa Uchida, Ambassador of Japan

April 6 Meeting with His Excellency Gregory Wood, Australian High Commissioner

March 28 Meeting with His Excellency Rimantas Sidlauskas, Ambassador of Lithuania

March 27 Farewell reception in honour of His Excellency Katsuhisa Uchida, Ambassador of Japan

March 21 Meeting with His Excellency Urs Ziswiler, Ambassador of Switzerland

March 20 Working lunch with His Excellency Mei Ping, Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China

March 15 Dinner in honour of Speaker Hays & Kathy Campbell hosted by His Excellency Sam-hoon Kim, Ambassador of Korea and Mrs. Kyung-ai Lee Kim

March 12 Meeting with His Excellency Sándor Papp, Ambassador of Hungary

March 9 Meeting with His Excellency Sam-hoon Kim, Ambassador of Korea

March 1 Meeting with His Excellency Miroslav Mikolasik, Ambassador of Slovak Republic

“I can think of very few other jobs in the world that give a person so much ex- posure to so many international issues and personalities. Each new day brings new information and perspectives to consider.” Speaker Dan Hays Page 7 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Around Calgary ...

Speaker Hays meets regularly with mem- bers of the Calgary community. Here is a list of some of the meetings / events he has attended since January 2001:

King’s Own Calgary Regiment - St. Georges Day Ball - Freedom of the City Parade & Mess Dinner

Canadian Association of Petroleum Producers A.G.M.

St. Mary’s College, Calgary

Glenbow Museum, Calgary

Institute for Modern and Contemporary Art, Calgary Forum for Young Canadians

Luxton Museum, Banff Over the past several months, the Speaker has enjoyed hosting four delegations from Forum for Young Canadians in the Senate chamber. Buffalo Nation Cultural Society Each year, the Forum for Young Canadians brings between 500 and 600 Lindsay Park Sports Centre senior high school and CEGEP students from across Canada to the na- tion's capital to learn firsthand how government works. It is a programme Calgary Olympic Development Assoc. of the Foundation for the Study of Processes of Government in Canada, a non-profit, non-partisan agency, incorporated in 1975. Calgary Immigrant Aid Society Each delegation draws on a representative sample of Canada’s brightest Dinner with Consul General Gu Huaming, young people who join together to experience what the governance of People’s Republic of China (Calgary) their country is all about.

Rotary Challenger Park Thanks to the active participation of Cabinet ministers, senators, mem- bers of Parliament, the judiciary, senior public servants, press represen- Maria Lebreque Centre tatives, minority groups and business and labour leaders, Forum is a rich and varied experience. Participants engage with leading Canadians, CFB West Wrap-up Meeting learn about governmental processes and practice their new skills and knowledge through mock proceedings. Wing Kei Nursing Home Association Speaker Hays commented, “I have been proud to continue the tradition Website … under construction of welcoming the Forum for Young Canadians to Parliament Hill and pro- viding an overview of the Senate to participants. The energy and enthu-

siasm these students show for their country is contagious. I would en- www.sen.parl.gc.ca/dhays courage all young Canadians to explore these types of opportunities. Canada can only benefit from the experience.” Speaker Hays is in the process of updating his website to reflect his new duties. For more information on the Forum for Young Canadians, please visit The website will continue to highlight Senator their website at www.forum.ca or call (613) 233-4086. Hays’ activities in both Ottawa and Calgary, including the texts of many of the speeches delivered at events featured in this edition of Speaker’s Report. It will provide important information on Senate business, committee activity and links to government and interna- tional sites of interest. Page 8 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Inaugural Meeting Canada-USA Parliamentary Group of the Blue River, British Columbia Inter-Parliamentary Forum of the Speaker Hays joined members of the Canada-USA Parliamentary Americas Group for their 42nd Annual Meeting in Blue River, British Columbia on May 19, 2001. The delegation began their meetings in Vancou- On March 7, 2001 Speaker Hays partici- ver and made their way to Blue River by a special CN charter train. pated in the inaugural meeting of the Inter- Parliamentary Forum of the Americas in Ot- The delegation was co-chaired by Senator Jerry Graftstein and Joe tawa. Comuzzi, M.P. (Thunder Bay—Nipigon) on the Canadian side and by Senator Frank Murkowski (Alaska) and Congressman Amo Better known as “FIPA”, this multilateral Houghton (New York). In total, six (6) American Senators and nine group was the parliamentary companion to (9) Congress members joined six (6) Canadian Senators and 17 the summit of the Americas, which was held Members of Parliament. in Quebec City during the second last weekend in April. Speaker Hays co-hosted the farewell barbeque for the delegation and made the following observations that evening: “Aside from our Speaker Hays and Speaker Milliken offi- discussions today on softwood lumber, energy, defense, agriculture cially welcomed all delegates at the Open- and law enforcement, we have taken some time to enjoy and culti- ing Session on behalf of the Parliament of vate the relationships from which agreements on these types of is- Canada and attended various sessions dur- sues can emerge.“ ing the three day conference.

The main issue confronting delegates was the Free Trade Agreement of the Americas (FTAA), although other multi-lateral issues were also discussed.

Senator Hays commented, “There is an in- creasing recognition that inter- parliamentary exchanges are important ele- ments in fostering broader cooperation on the world stage. This inaugural meeting serves to increase the scale, magnitude and scope of sensitivity of participating na- tions to a number of topics of concern.”

“Canada in particular was very fortunate to be selected as the host country. It is a trib- ute to Canada’s positioning in the world, and in particular in the “American” hemi- sphere, that we enjoy this honour. We have a lot to offer in terms of our record on Speaker Hays Visits Australia human rights, democracy and orderly living, June 15—24 but also on our commitment to enterprise and liberalized trade.” On the invitation of the Speaker of the Senate of Australia, Speaker Dan Hays led a Canadian delegation to Canberra and Sydney, Aus- “It is my hope that FIPA will continue its tralia on behalf of the . work for many years to come. Strength- ened relations between the Americas will The delegation consisted of Senator Lise Bacon (Quebec), Senator undoubtedly be one of the results.” Joan Fraser (Quebec) and Senator Lowell Murray (Ontario).

The late Gil Molgat, former Speaker of the Discussions in Canberra and Sydney included peacekeeping, Aus- Senate, was a key advocate of this new tralia’s Parliamentary structure (elected Senate), Aboriginal issues, multilateral body. He died one week before and trade liberalization. the meeting took place. FIPA’s second meeting will take place in Mexico next year. Senator Hays is pleased that his first outgoing visit as Speaker of the Senate was to such a close Commonwealth ally and friend. Page 9 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Restoration of The 5th Annual Southern Alberta Institute of Technology’s Immigrants of Distinction Heritage Hall Awards, Calgary April 27, 2001 On February 13, 2001, Speaker Hays joined S.A.I.T President and C.E.O., Irene Lewis, for a guided tour showcasing S.A.I.T.’ s expansion Speaker Dan Hays served as this and the restoration of Heritage Hall. year’s Immigrants of Distinction Awards 2001 Honourary Chair. Heritage Hall is one of Calgary’s great landmarks. Perched high on the slopes of the “North Hill” this fine example of collegiate gothic This project of the Calgary Immigrant architecture is clearly visible from many points in the city, particularly Aid Society (CIAS) celebrates the ac- from north-facing office towers in the downtown core. complishments of newcomers who have contributed to the development of Built in 1921, the building has served many purposes over the years. our city, province and country. The Originally the Provincial Institute of Technology and Art, it has also overall goal of the Immigrants of Dis- housed a Normal School (teacher training facility), and was used as the tinction Awards is to recognize the sac- RCAF and RAF Commonwealth Air Training Air Plan No. 2 Wireless rifices and accomplishments of every School during WWII. Heritage Hall was named a provincial historical newcomer who embarks on a new life resource and, in 1989, received designation as a National Historic Site. in Canada. These designations were granted not only for architectural reasons, but also for the role the building has played in the development of Speaker Hays is proud to recognize vocational education in western Canada. this year’s recipients:

Heritage Hall is the anchor point in S.A.I.T.’s expansion which includes Arts & Culture category 4 new buildings with a price tag of approximately $176.5 million. Angelique Gillespie Speaker Hays commented: “The growth S.A.I.T. is experiencing is Business Category remarkable. With so much activity in such a contained area, it amounts Mike Ciccaglione much more to an explosion. To characterize it as simply an expansion Community Service Category underestimates the magnitude of the changes occuring on campus. Vettivleu Nallainayagm There is a clear vision for the future at S.A.I.T. and it is being put into Distinguished Professional(s) action today.” Dr. Max Coppes Dr. Taj Jadavji S.A.I.T. has financed the entire project without the assistance of Youth Scholarships government. For more information on this project, contact the S.A.I.T. Jung-Mee Hwang Fund Development Office at 284– 8738. Dominika Boczula Danijel Margetic Shirley Ngo Suet Ho Sheila Ung

Speaker Hays commented, “Immigration, as a nation-building proc- ess, is essential to the continued growth of our country. This fact is no longer in dispute. The goal of this event, however, is to get beyond the facts and figures and to gain insight into how immigration impacts on the lives of individuals and families ... Because immigration, first and fore- most, is a story about people and their experiences. Ultimately, the story ends in success. And Canada as a nation is the main beneficiary of this success.”

For more information on this event or other CIAS programs please call 403- 265-1120 or contact: www.cadvision.com/cias/ Page 10 Speaker’s Report Summer 2001

Speaker Hays’ Notes ...

Senator Dan Hays and Kathy Campbell were married on June 2 at a private ceremony in Calgary. Congratulations Senator Hays and Kathy!

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Speaker Hays would like to welcome Jean-Paul Murray and Natalia Snajdr to his Official visit of Vicente Fox, President of Mexico Ottawa office. Jean-Paul will provide research support for Senator Hays including Staying in touch... speech writing, and corre- spondence. Natalia will assist Write, Fax, Phone or E- with the administration of the Mail Speaker Dan Hays Speaker’s Office. Speaker’s Office ~ Senate of Canada Alberta Office Ottawa, Ontario #650, 1207 - 11 Avenue S.W. Speaker Hays is pleased to K1A 0A4 Calgary, Alberta offer his congratulations to his 1-800-267-7362 T3C 0M5 former Senior Assistant Ron (613)992-4416 (403) 244-3111 Hallman. After working for (613)995-3286 [Fax] (403) 244-3128 [Fax] just over a year with Minister Copps, Ron now heads up Email: [email protected] Minister Anderson’s office as Web Site: http://www.sen.parl.gc.ca/dhays Executive Assistant. Good luck Ron.

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Editors Scott MacKay Jean-Paul Murray Christine Holke Trevor Lynn