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After the Throne Speech, folks gathered in the Hall of Honour. Below, Auditor General Sheila Fraser (left) and Tory Senator Nancy Ruth.

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Conservative Senator Partrick Brazeau.

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Vancouver Mayor Gregor Robertson.
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NDP MP Peter Stoffer helps serve sushi.

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Canadian astronaut Julie Payette (left) and Senate Leader Marjory LeBreton.

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Christopher White, the founder of Canadians Against Prorogation, with NDP MP Linda Duncan.
