Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to offer my congratulations to
two students representing Saskatoon at the Rotary model United Nations in Winnipeg on May 5, 6 and 7.
The model United Nations, as the name suggests, permits secondary students to simulate the debate and negotiation skills that are the hallmark of the actual United Nations. Over 200 students from across Canada and the United States participated in this year's event.
Miss Nancy Lees of Saskatoon and my son, Paul, currently in Ottawa for the week, were Saskatoon delegates representing the country of Iraq. I am pleased to announce they received the award for best prepared delegation at the closing ceremonies last Saturday night. Well done, Saskatoon.
One of the best ways to encourage our young people to be full participants in our democratic system is to provide them with opportunities to take part in these simulations: model parliaments, model legislatures and so on.
Hats off to the Winnipeg Rotary Club for hosting this worthwhile event.