Parliamentarians of the Year (lifetime achievement): Jack LaytonAs a parliamentarian, he was a riveting speaker on the floor of the House and a sharp performer in question period
Parliamentarian of the Year: Bob RaeWhen Bob Rae stands to question the government every afternoon, there is a noticeable pause
Parliamentarians of the Year (hardest working): Jason KenneyJason Kenney is best known for his efforts with Canada’s immigrant communities
Parliamentarians of the Year (best orator): John BairdAs a speaker, John Baird has uncommon energy, eloquence and range
Parliamentarians of the Year (most knowledgeable): Joe ComartinJoe Comartin is known to arrive on Parliament Hill at 7 a.m. every day, in order to catch up on his reading
Parliamentarians of the Year (best rookie): Chris AlexanderChris Alexander landed in Ottawa last spring carrying a burden of expectations matched by few rookie MPs
Parliamentarians of the Year (best represents constituents): Michael ChongMichael Chong’s guiding political rule is: “always pay attention to your constituents—constantly stay in touch with them”