Mr. Speaker, I have the honour and obligation to present a petition regarding the Snowbirds signed by several hundred folks mostly in my constituency, but I note names from Alberta and British Columbia.
The petition notes that the Snowbirds are a national symbol and a Canadian institution. It reverts to subject matter of this summer wherein the Department of National Defence was suggesting that the Snowbirds 431 air demonstration squadron could be and should be scrapped for financial reasons.
The petition also notes that the mission of the Snowbirds is to demonstrate the skill, professionalism and teamwork of the Canadian forces and that these magnificent pilots and their flying machines should remain airborne for the foreseeable future.
The petitioners call upon parliament to take the action necessary to ensure that continued and stable funding for the Snowbirds 431 air demonstration squadron remains a priority.