Provision
— Preamble
WHEREAS the veterans of the Merchant Navy have served honourably and courageously in the defence of Canada throughout the years;
AND WHEREAS the House of Commons wishes to set aside a day to acknowledge the contribution of the veterans of the Merchant Navy to ensuring the freedom and democracy enjoyed by Canadians;
NOW, THEREFORE, Her Majesty, by and with the advice and consent of the Senate and House of Commons of Canada, enacts as follows:
Short Title
s. 1
— Short title
This Act may be cited as the Merchant Navy Veterans Day Act.
Merchant Navy Veterans Day
s. 2
— Merchant Navy Veterans Day
Throughout Canada, in each and every year, the third day of September shall be known as “Merchant Navy Veterans Day”.