SÉNAT

SENATE
The Honourable Don Meredith, M.Th., D.D.
Senator - Ontario

L’honorable Don Meredith, M.Th., D.D.
Sénateur - Ontario
CANADA

May 9th, 2017

In this the 150th year marking Canada's anniversary of confederation, and the
formation of the Canadian Senate, I am acutely aware that the Upper
Chamber is more important than my moral failings.
After consulting with my family, community leaders, and my Counsel over the
past several weeks, I have decided to move forward with my life with the full
support of my wife and my children. I am blessed to have had their
unconditional love and support throughout this ordeal. It is my hope that my
absence from the Senate will allow the Senators to focus their good work on
behalf of all Canadians.
The path of expulsion being considered by my colleagues will have major
implications for the Senate of Canada. This is a constitutional fight in which I
will not engage.
As God directs the next chapter of my life, I will continue to love and support
my family while making positive contributions to my community and to
Canada.
I wish my colleagues well as they work to build a better Canada.

The Honourable Senator Don Meredith

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