The House and its Members / The Physical and Administrative Setting

Situation in the National Capital Region; flood

Debates, p. 10857

Context

On May 8, 2017, the Speaker made a statement at the opening of the sitting in relation to the flooding taking place in parts of the country, notably in the national capital region. He explained that, although the House administration would be operating with reduced staff, every effort was being made to reduce the impact on normal operations.

Statement of the Chair

The Speaker: … As members know, many of our fellow Canadians have been affected by flooding in several parts of the country. Obviously, we stand in solidarity with the flood victims.

Locally, many residents of the National Capital Region are affected, directly or indirectly. As a result, and due to the measures taken by the local authorities, many of our staff will not be able to come to work today. The House administration will thus be operating with reduced staff. Every effort will be made to reduce the impacts on normal operations, but members may notice the effects of this unusual situation.

Obviously this will not affect the operations of the House and its committees, which will operate as normal.

I thank members for their understanding and, on behalf of the House, I would like to send a word of encouragement to those who are dealing with the flooding.