Bill C-549: An Act respecting a day to honour Canada’s marine industry

C-549 Second Session, Thirty-ninth Parliament, 56-57 Elizabeth II, 2007-2008 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-549 An Act respecting a day to honour Canada's marine industry first reading, May 26, 2008 Mr. Wallace 392178 SUMMARY This enactment designates the 26th day of May in each and every year as a day to honour Canada’s marine industry. Also available on the Parliament of Canada Web Site at the following address:http://www.parl.gc.ca .vis1 {position: absolute;display:block;} .vis2 {position: static;} 2nd Session, 39th Parliament, 56-57 Elizabeth II, 2007-2008 house of commons of canada BILL C-549 An Act respecting a day to honour Canada's marine industry WHEREAS Canada recognizes the importance of its rich marine history and the importance of the marine industry today; WHEREAS the marine industry handles Canada’s imports, exports, domestic shipments and millions of annual cruise passengers; WHEREAS the Parliament of Canada wishes to pay special tribute to the marine industry for the many benefits that it provides to this country; AND WHEREAS Canada would like to honour those who currently serve and who have served as merchant mariners in service to their country; NOW, THEREFORE, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows: SHORT TITLE Short title 1. This Act may be cited as the National Marine Day Act. NATIONAL MARINE DAY National Marine Day 2. Throughout Canada, in each and every year, the 26th day of May shall be known as “National Marine Day”. Not a legal holiday 3. For greater certainty, National Marine Day is not a legal holiday or a non-juridical day. Published under authority of the Speaker of the House of CommonsAvailable from:Publishing and Depository ServicesPublic Works and Government Services Canada