Mr. Speaker, I rise today to acknowledge the achievements of Women's College Hospital located in my riding of Rosedale.
For over 80 years Women's College Hospital has been dedicated to the advancing concerns of women's health in an atmosphere unlike any other hospital. It has enabled us to craft some innovative responses to women's health concerns that have received global recognition.
It is becoming increasingly apparent that the health of women in all countries, particularly in the developing world, is of extreme importance since women are largely responsible for the education, health and safety of children and the overall management of the family.
For this reason, Women's College Hospital has been very active in the worldwide promotion of women's health. In fact, the World Health Organization is currently considering an application submitted by the hospital for it to become one of the World Health Organization's collaborating centres.
I urge all members of the House to join me in supporting this application and in wishing Women's College Hospital continued success.