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House Hansard - 29

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
February 11, 2022 10:00AM
Context: House Hansard - 29 - Feb/11/22
Ms. Valerie Bradford (Kitchener South—Hespeler, Lib.)
  • Feb/11/22 11:02:44 a.m.
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Madam Speaker, today I would like to highlight an amazing small business located in my riding of Kitchener South—Hespeler. Papou's Place Subs and Ice Cream, affectionately known as Papou's, has been a fixture of Hespeler's downtown core and a local favourite for 25 years. Owner Chris Bogas purchased the business when it was in its infancy, and through hard work and determination, has turned it into the award-winning icon that it is today. Immigrating from Greece and trained as a butcher, Chris is a testament to the entrepreneurial spirit that makes Canada great. He has provided locals not only with great food and friendly service but also with countless fond memories for the people of Hespeler to cherish. As Papou's bears such local significance, I was saddened to learn that it will be closing its doors later this month. While we will all deeply miss Chris's presence here in Hespeler, he has assured me that his Galt location will remain open and he looks forward to serving his loyal customers there. Trust me, it is worth the drive. I speak on behalf of all those in Hespeler when I thank Chris for all the memories and his many years of service to this community. I ask the members—
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