July 09, 2005

Prime Minister Paul Martin today made the following statement on the news that Chuck Cadman, MP for Surrey North had passed away:

“It was with great sadness that Sheila and I learned today that Chuck Cadman had passed away after such a long and courageous struggle against cancer.

Chuck Cadman was an outstanding and influential Parliamentarian, a man drawn to public service by personal tragedy who made a real and positive difference to Canada’s justice system. A passionate advocate for the rights of victims, his efforts were reflected in a number of changes to the Criminal Code and the proclamation of the new Youth Criminal Justice Act.

With integrity and principle, Chuck Cadman came into politics to make a difference. And he succeeded. To say the least, he will be missed by us all.

To Chuck’s wife Dona and daughter Jodi, Sheila and I offer our most heartfelt condolences and deepest respect."