Mr. Speaker, the Gemini Awards gala took place yesterday evening. It was the 13th edition of a great event that pays tribute to the very best people in television.
People were nominated in a number of categories, and the winners displayed all kinds of emotions ranging from joy and wonder to amazement, as is often the case in such circumstances.
Whether these people work in the field of information, whether they are producers or authors of the best documentaries, or whether they are the best performers, one thing is certain: the Canadian public is lucky to enjoy so much talent and originality.
I congratulate all those who contribute to this truly dynamic industry that television is.
Ultimately, it is Canadians who benefit from the talent and know-how of our authors and performers. We can never overemphasize their important contribution to the Canadian cultural identity.