Bill C-573: An Act to establish Pope John Paul II Day

C-573 Third Session, Fortieth Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 HOUSE OF COMMONS OF CANADA BILL C-573 An Act to establish Pope John Paul II Day first reading, October 1, 2010 Mr. Kania 403229 SUMMARY This enactment designates the second day of April in each and every year as “Pope John Paul II 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;} 3rd Session, 40th Parliament, 59 Elizabeth II, 2010 house of commons of canada BILL C-573 An Act to establish Pope John Paul II Day Whereas Pope John Paul II served as the pontiff of the Roman Catholic Church from October 16, 1978, until his death on April 2, 2005; Whereas Pope John Paul II is widely recognized as a leading figure in the history of the Roman Catholic Church and the world; And whereas Pope John Paul II visited many countries around the world and helped to end communism in Eastern Europe; 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 Pope John Paul II Day Act. POPE JOHN PAUL II DAY Pope John Paul II Day 2. Throughout Canada, in each and every year, the second day of April shall be known as “Pope John Paul II Day”. Not a legal holiday 3. For greater certainty, Pope John Paul II 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