Romeo LeBlanc Professions : Former Governor General of Canada Born : December 18, 1927 Died : June 24, 2009 Browse All Authors Top 7 quotes by Romeo LeBlanc We owe the Aboriginal peoples a debt that is four centuries old. It is their turn to become full partners, in developing an even greater Canada. And the reconciliation required may be less a matter of legal texts than of attitudes of the heart. Romeo LeBlanc matter heart attitude If I am to be known for anything, I would like it to be for encouraging Canadians, for knowing a little bit about their daily, extraordinary courage. And for wanting that courage to be recognized. Romeo LeBlanc extraordinary knowing littles I am told that there is a proverbial phrase among the Inuit: 'a long time ago, in the future.' Let the children see our history, and maybe it will help to shape the future. Romeo LeBlanc inuit long children The hope of courage lies in every heart, together with the fear that we will fail. When the test came, you did not fail. Romeo LeBlanc together heart lying We send our [peacekeepers] off to some disputed zone, full of local intrigue and power blocs and uncertainty and danger, and they are supposed to save lives not with their weapons, but through their competence and their character. And they do it. Romeo LeBlanc save-a-life weapons character I fear that by gaining a limit, we'll lose an excuse. Romeo LeBlanc loses excuse limits As I assume my responsibilities as your representative, I wish to assure you of my loyalty and devotions, as well of my determination to serve you and the people of Canada to the utmost of my abilities. Romeo LeBlanc you loyalty determination people Similar Authors Adrienne Clarkson former-governor-general-of-canada John Buchan former-governor-general-of-canada Vincent Massey former-governor-general-of-canada All Authors
