| MR.
BUTLER: |
Mr. Speaker, today I want to personally congratulate
Irene Porter of Port de Grave on being awarded the Order
of St. John Life Saving Award.
His Honour, the Lieutenant Governor of Newfoundland
and Labrador, conducted the investiture of the Order of
St. John at the Anglican Cathedral. The award was
presented at this ceremony.
On September 15, 2007, Ms Porter was working at a
local retirement residence as a personal care attendant
when the incident occurred. She realized immediately
that one of the residents was choking and could not
breathe. Ms Porter, though small in stature, instantly
ran to his aid. Shocked residents looked on as she came
to his assistance. After one unsuccessful attempt, Irene
administered a second abdominal thrust and the
obstruction was dislodged. Because of her quick action,
the resident soon began to breathe on his own. It was
reported by the medical people that without her
immediate intervention, the resident may not have
survived.
Mr. Speaker, I ask all hon. members to join me in
commending Irene Porter for her quick actions and for
her knowledge and use of first aid in saving a life.
Truly an unselfish act.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. |
