Mr. Speaker, I wish to recognize National Child's Day and to recognize the unique needs of children in rural Canada.
It is important for all members to remember what a precious resource our children are and for us to be mindful of their interests in our policy decisions. We must remember that the future that we are helping to create is their future.
We need to support children in our rural communities by ensuring that they have access to child care. We need to ensure that they continue to have access to quality health care and education. We also need to support continued diversification of our rural communities to ensure that rural children can have bright futures in their home communities.
In closing, I wish to recognize my own children who have been a source of joy, inspiration and pride for me and for whom I will always be thankful.