Perhaps it’s the teacher in me, but I would like to take the opportunity at this year-end to have a quiz – and a prize.

Hopefully, regular readers of these columns have absorbed some helpful information about the political process and matters of Canadian note. Here’s my challenge: Answer the questions below, taken from my 2012 columns, by either email or letter.  Those who answer all ten questions correctly will have their names submitted in one of three draws for a full-sized Canadian flag. The draw date will be January 11, 2013, and the winners will be notified.

Many constituents will know the answers without referring to my columns. However, for your reference, all my past columns are archived on my website: www.garrybreitkreuz.com. (Click on publications, then columns, then past columns.) Each question reflects the title of the column online and indicates from which month the question is taken.
 
Now for the quiz:

1. From a January column: What name is given to the services offered by 150 Canadian global offices that keep travelling Canadians safe 24/7 and provide numerous helpful resources? Hint: it starts with a “c”.
   
   
2. In February, in honour of a royal anniversary for Queen Elizabeth II, I announced that dozens of Yorkton-Melville constituents would be selected to receive a significant award. The award will commemorate their contributions to society. What is its official name?
   
   
3. A March column discussed the passing of Bill C-31, the Protecting Canada’s Immigration System Act.  What percentage of refugees worldwide flee to Canada?  A) 10%   B) 75%.
   
   
4. April readers read a bittersweet announcement: Following the example of several other countries, Canada decided to toss the penny. Statistics show that our little red cent has been a drag on our economy for many years. How much more than they are worth per year, have the coppers been costing Canada?  A) $1 million  B) $11 million  C) $100 million.
   
   
5. In May, I talked about the longest battle I’ve fought in my political career. Bill C-19, Ending the Long-Gun Registry, officially became law in early April. True or false: Restricted firearms must still be registered?
   
   
6. Preparing for summer recess in June, I talked about ringing in the summer and celebrating several significant 2012 anniversaries. Name one of those anniversaries.
   
   
7. September’s return to Parliament saw a controversial bill defeated in the House of Commons. The bill aimed to remove Canada from the roster of only four countries worldwide that refuse to recognize or protect the interest of babies as human beings until the moment of complete birth. Name one of those other countries.
   
   
8. Many organizations in this constituency have benefitted from a popular grant program that celebrates and assists our country’s seniors. In October, I ran a column discussing that program. What is it called?
   
   
9. A November column discussed a ray of sunshine … Bill C-388, which is now making its way through the House of Commons. The bill advocates naming a national day to remind Canadians to advance their health by taking more of which vitamin: A, B, C, or D?
   
   
10. In early December, I named two players featured on the Saskatchewan Grey Cup 100th Anniversary Canada Post stamp.  Which two did I name:  A) George Reed   B) Russ Jackson  C) Dave Ridgeway.

Send your answers to my office: Garry Breitkreuz, M.P., 19 – 1st Avenue North, Yorkton, SK  S3N 1J3 or email to garry.breitkreuz.c1@parl.gc.ca, Subject: Quiz.

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The audio version of Garry's Dec. 10, 2012 op-ed column can be heard by clicking here