Mr. Speaker, the Bloc Quebecois is pleased to draw attention to International Guides and Scouts Week.
Scouting, founded by Sir Robert Baden-Powell, offers its members practical lessons in life, in addition to what they receive in their school and family settings.
Thanks are due to the many volunteers, parents, leaders and former members involved in activities to help young people grow and develop. The thousands of people involved in Scouting and Guiding help boys and girls to develop knowledge of self and of others, along with respect for their fellow human beings.
Many of today's leaders came up through the ranks of Scouts and Guides. I am sure they all have indelible memories of those days.
I would like to send special greetings to all of the Scout and Guide groups of Laval, and the many volunteers who are helping our young people to develop to their full potential.