Thank you, Mr. Chair.
The pandemic has greatly affected Montreal East, particularly the riding of Hochelaga, which I represent.
Today, I'd like to recognize the exceptional work of all the volunteers and organizations in Hochelaga that are helping the more vulnerable populations, including Anonyme, CAP St-Barnabé, CARE Montréal, the Cuisine collective Hochelaga-Maisonneuve, Bouffe Action, the Centre Communautaire Hochelaga, Chic Resto Pop, Jojo Dépannage, Groupe d'Entraide de Mercier-Ouest and many others.
I'd like to acknowledge the commitment of the merchants who have rolled up their sleeves, including the Coop Couturières Pop, to make masks. I'd especially like to recognize essential workers, especially attendants.
Allow me to offer our condolences to the loved ones of the attendants who have lost their lives to protect ours.
The citizens of Hochelaga are resilient and unified. I am proud to rise in the House to salute them.