Mr. Speaker, with the Olympic Games unfolding, we should not forget our young Canadian athletes who dream of reaching the top level in sports. That is why I would like to draw your attention today to the success achieved by a 14-year-old athlete in my riding of Pierrefonds—Dollard, Marie Laurier.
At the Canadian figure skating championships held in Hamilton from January 5 to January 12, Marie Laurier won the gold medal in the junior singles category. Last year, in Vancouver, she won the title in the junior couples category. Marie never spared any effort, and she has the results to show for this.
We can take pride in our young athletes who work so hard to get recognition nationally and internationally. At that level of competition, the talent and concentration needed to succeed require almost superhuman preparation and training. Our athletes are very deserving.
Marie, I wish you the best for the future, and every success in upcoming competitions.