Mr. Speaker, this morning in Nagano another athlete climbed up onto the top step of the podium. Speed skater Annie Perreault won the 500 metre short track.
I feel very proud when the medals are given out and our national anthem is heard around the world. I am moved even more when the flag is raised for one of our own athletes. The people of the Eastern Townships are eager to see their champion.
This medal combines with our 13 others to make Canadians' performance in these Olympic winter games one of our best.
I thank all our athletes for giving us such exciting moments and for representing us so well.
And congratulations to you, Annie, on your gold medal. We are very proud of you.