The sudden death of MP Gord Brown highlights the stressful nature of working in the House of Commons, and why it's important to prioritize health and family, the late politician's colleagues say. He said Brown's death is a reminder to MPs to not burn the candle at both ends for too long. It's a reminder that the job is important, but so, too, is your health." (Gordbrownmp.ca) Scott Reid is the Conservative MP for Lanark–Frontenac–Kingston, which adjoins the riding Brown represented. The two sat next to each other in the House of Commons and had been friends since the 2000 federal election.

Source: CBC News May 03, 2018 15:45 UTC