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Frank Mahovlich

The Hon. Frank W. Mahovlich, C.M. Senator Frank Mahovlich is known to Canadians as "The Big M," a hockey legend and recipient of the Order of Canada. Appointed to the Senate on June 11, 1998 by the Rt. Honourable Jean Chrétien, he represents the province of Ontario.

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Statement made on 21 October 2009 by Senator Lorna Milne (retired)

Hon. Lorna Milne:

Honourable senators, whenever I can hear myself speak I will carry on with my question, if I may.

My question is to the Leader of the Government in the Senate. I am sure she will be astounded to realize that.

This week marks Citizenship Week. It is an event to encourage all Canadians to reflect on the value of citizenship, what it means to be a Canadian, and the rights, privileges and responsibilities of citizenship. However, for the 81 remaining lost Canadians who are still being denied citizenship due to oversights in the current legislation, this week is a reminder to them that their rights, privileges and responsibilities are still out of their reach.

What is this government doing to ensure that these 81 people are able to either gain or regain their citizenship as soon as possible?

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