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Chong's six-point plan earns all-party support · Dedicate the rest of the week to questions for ministers other than the Prime He said it's not often that private mem- Minister. ber's business is adopted by Parliament. For 45 minutes each day Question PeChong said over the past several years riod provides Members of Parliament an the most consistent thing he opportunity to hold the govhas heard is, "that people ernment to account by asking aren't happy with the dysfuncquestions. Millions of Canaditionality of Parliament." ans follow Question Period ev"During the recent election, ery day. I promised to reconnect CaAccording to a recent Nanosnadians with the democratic Policy Options poll Canadians institutions that belong to us overwhelmingly disapprove of all. Question Period reform the behaviour in Question Peis a first, but important, step riod, and four out of ten Canatoward the reform of Parliadians refused to vote in the last ment," said Chong. election-- the lowest voter turnMICHAEL The MP has put together a out since Confederation. Chong CHONG six-point plan to improve civilsaid both facts are evidence of ity during the daily Question a growing gap between CanadiPeriod. The specific proposals ans and their Parliament. in his bill are: "I want to thank all my colleagues, from · Elevate decorum and fortify the use both sides of the aisle, for their support, of discipline by the Speaker; advice and encouragement. I also want to · Lengthen the amount of time given thank our local Wellington-Halton Hills for each question and answer; riding association for their ideas, many · Require that ministers respond to of which were incorporated into this moquestions directed at them; tion. Their support and sound counsel · Allocate half the questions each day have been invaluable." for backbench members; "This motion proves that you can build · Dedicate Wednesday exclusively for bi-partisan consensus and get things done questions to the Prime Minister; for all Canadians," he said. Continued from pg. 1 Mountainview Terrace owned & operated by the Summer family 3 Independent & Free Press, Tuesday, October 12, 2010 Only A Few Rooms Left! 60 apartment style suites for cognitive self-sufficient seniors. · 1 & 2 bedroom apartments 465 - 715 sq. ft. · Weekly housekeeping · Organized activities Opening · Exercise room & pool 2010 · Clubs & outings 222 Mountainview Rd. N., Georgetown 905.877.1800 www.mountainviewterrace.ca Mountainview Residence - Favourite Seniors Residence - 2010 RAV4 2010 VENZA 0% Financing up to 36 months ZF4DVP-AA 1.9% Financing up to 36 months ZA3BBT-A Lease for $ MSRP $26,290 299 95 per month for 60 months with $1699. down or trade equivalent. Includes freight + fees. Lease for $ + HST MSRP $31,005 369 per month for 60 months with $1699. down or trade equivalent. Includes freight + fees. + HST MUST PRESENT COUPON GET YOUR VEHICLE READY FOR SAFE WINTER DRIVING! Lube, Oil & Filter MUST PRESENT COUPON $ 38 PLUS FREE BRAKE INSPECTION · Toyota Genuine Motor Oil and Oil Filter · Remove and inspect air filter element · Confirm lights, horn and wipers function properly · Lubricate locks, latches and hinges · Check coolant, brake and washer fluid levels · Check tires and adjust pressure as required CALL FOR COST OF TOYOTA SYNTHETIC MOTOR OIL, LUBE & FILTER Must present coupon. 1 per customer. Cannot be combined with any other offer. Valid until Oct. 31/10 GEORGETOWN TOYOTA *First payment due on delivery. All leases are 24,000 km per year with an excess mileage charge of 10¢ for Rav4 and Venza. See dealer for full details. 15 MOUNTAINVIEW RD. N., GEORGETOWN 905-877-2296 WEBSITE at www.georgetowntoyota.com