Well, at least one.

The Conservative candidate for Oak RidgesMarkham and his wife Melanie were welcoming their second child into the world.

Olivia Joy Calandra was born at Markham Stouffville Hospital at 11:59 p.m., weighing five pounds, 12 ounces.

“Melanie and I would like to thank Dr. Arnold and the entire medical staff at Markham Stouffville Hospital,” Mr. Calandra said in a statement. “The care and attention they have shown my family has been outstanding. Melanie and Olivia are now resting comfortably in their care.”

Paul and his family are excited about returning to their Ballantrae home and introducing Olivia to her older sister, Natalie, campaign manager Matthew Ellis said.

After enjoying some private time with his family, Paul will return to the campaign trail, he said from Calandra campaign headquarters on Hwy. 48 in Stouffville.

“The birth of Olivia has only strengthened my resolve to fight for a better, safer, and stronger Canada,” Mr. Calandra said. “Families across the riding have told me they want safe streets where their children can play, strong economic leadership in these uncertain times, and action on the environment that will produce real results instead of just more talk. That is what I want for my daughters and it is what we all want for our children.”

Oak Ridges-Markham includes Whitchurch-Stouffville and sections of Markham, Richmond Hill and King.

Election day is Oct. 14.
   Jim Mason