Mr. Speaker, today I am bringing to this House's attention the good work carried out by the general manager of the Niagara Citizens Advisory Committee, a non-profit organization that runs programs for ex-offenders and youths at risks.
Hamed Saloojewe came to Canada with his family 22 years ago from his native South Africa where as a boy of 10 he started to work against apartheid in the offices of Nelson Mandela. Hamed believes that by living in a segregated society he learned to appreciate Canada's freedom more than the average citizen.
Today Hamed is continuing his work within our community with actual results. Individuals are being reinstated as productive members of our society. Youths that may otherwise not have had a chance are steered in the right direction.
The work carried out by Hamed shows us that by working within our communities, we can prevent crime and render our streets and homes safe while providing new beginnings for people who need it.