On January 30, 2009, Palliser MP Ray Boughen delivered the following Member’s Statement in the House of Commons:

“Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

First, please allow me to thank all those in the Palliser riding who helped to put me in this seat in the House of Commons.  I thank my wife Sandy, my campaign team, and – of course – the voters of Palliser.

Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today as a rookie Member of Parliament.  I consider it a privilege to serve my country as a parliamentarian.  In this role, Canadians trust me – and all of us – to behave in a professional manner and to act in the best interests of Canadians.

On January 27, faced with enormous global economic challenges, this Government delivered an historic budget.  This Economic Action Plan is critical for our country.  As such, I call on all Members to work together to ensure that this document passes quickly. 

Mr. Speaker, I was elected as a parliamentarian to act in the best interests of our great country and I intend to do so.  I hope – and expect – that all Members of this House will do the same.”