By unanimous consent, on motion of Mr. Harper (Prime Minister), seconded by Mr. Mulcair (Leader of the Opposition) and Mr. Trudeau (Papineau), it was resolved, — That, whereas over 57 million children around the world are denied access to primary education;
Whereas girls are still disproportionately denied access to basic education around the world;
Whereas Canada supports global efforts to ensure that all girls and boys have access to basic education;
Whereas Malala Yousafzai fearlessly documented her challenges simply to attend school under the barbaric rule of the Taliban, a listed terrorist organisation under Canadian law;
Whereas she suffered a horrific attack perpetrated by the Taliban who, to this day, wish for her to be silenced;
Whereas Canadians and the civilised world were united in standing against this attack and are intent on honouring the bravery of Malala Yousafzai;
Whereas she has been recognised on numerous of occasions as a champion for fundamental human rights and access to education, including most recently being awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in recognition for her advocacy for universal education;
Whereas she continues to fight for the empowerment of girls and women;
Whereas she serves as a role model and an inspiration to all Canadians and the world in her fight for universal education;
Therefore __________ the House of Commons resolve to bestow the title of “honourary Canadian citizen” on Malala Yousafzai; and
That a message be sent to the Senate requesting that House to unite with this House in the said resolution by filling in the blank with the words “the Senate and”.