Mr. Speaker, the 35th World Skills Competition, which was held in Montreal, wound up yesterday.
For the first time in Canada, over 600 young people representing 34 countries measured themselves against industry standards in some 40 skilled trades and high technology areas.
We can be proud of our representatives. Karine Desroches and Robert Waite won bronze medals for renovation services and electrical installation respectively. Jessika Lessard won the gold for her skills as an esthetician, a demonstration trade.
The Youth Employment Strategy of the Government of Canada, which was one of the partners in the 35th World Skills Competition, is helping young people to embark on careers in skilled trades and technologies. These areas, we are sure, are wise career choices for young Canadians.
We congratulate the participants in the 35th World Skills Competition. They are all winners.