Tribute to Alfie MacLeod - Members Statement

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : I have no doubt that in the days to come, many will speak about the very sad passing of parliamentarian Alfie MacLeod earlier today, in particular the two other party leaders who would have known him better than I did. I was lucky enough to serve with Alfie in Opposition, and he was a legend in this House. He was a legend in Cape Breton. He was funny; he was sharp. He sometimes took naps. He advocated very passionately for his community, in particular for the New Boston Road.

We haven't heard this much, but Alfie also was a disabled member and did a lot for accessibility in this Chamber, and it never slowed him down even an inch. On behalf of my caucus, we're very sad to hear of Alfie's passing. We send our love to his friends and family. My thoughts are with them, and he will certainly be missed. He was a giant. (Standing Ovation)