Mr. Speaker, I am wearing a pin on behalf of the Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia to commemorate Learning Disabilities Month.
Across Canada learning disabilities associations and schools perform vital work. Without their success in generating greater public awareness and without their preventive efforts to diagnose and assist those with learning disabilities, school dropout rates would dramatically increase. The number of juvenile offenders would be on the rise and the long term costs of Canada's social programs would spiral.
I offer my support particularly to the Learning Disabilities Association of Nova Scotia. The many hours offered by committed volunteers and staff have made a tremendous difference in the lives of those who live with learning disabilities.
I urge all members of the House to promote the valuable role played by these voluntary organizations in communities across our country. Their efforts are truly making a difference.