Bill C-465: An Act respecting a National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day

C-465 Second Session, Fortieth Parliament, 57-58 Elizabeth II, 2009 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-465 An Act respecting a National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day first reading, October 26, 2009 Mr. Norlock 402329 SUMMARY This enactment designates the 23rd day of September in each and every year as “National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day”. 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, 40th Parliament, 57-58 Elizabeth II, 2009 house of commons of canada BILL C-465 An Act respecting a National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day Preamble Whereas hunting, trapping and fishing are part of Canada’s national heritage; Whereas Canada’s hunters, trappers and fishers have made a significant contribution to the development of our nation by traversing and mapping the prairies, forests, streams and rivers from coast to coast; Whereas millions of Canadians participate in and enjoy hunting, trapping and fishing; And whereas hunting, trapping and fishing contribute significantly to the national economy; 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 Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day Act. NATIONAL HUNTING, TRAPPING AND FISHING HERITAGE DAY National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day 2. Throughout Canada, in each and every year, the 23rd day of September shall be known as “National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage Day”. Not a legal holiday 3. For greater certainty, National Hunting, Trapping and Fishing Heritage 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