moved for leave to introduce Bill C-298, an act to amend the National Defence Act (Snowbirds).
Mr. Speaker, I would first like to thank the hon. member for Red Deer for supporting my bill.
Canada's air demonstration team, the Snowbirds, are a national symbol to all Canadians. Its mission is to demonstrate the skill, professionalism and teamwork of the Canadian forces to the public. The Snowbirds are without equal around the world and are great ambassadors of Canada.
Today I am pleased to introduce my private member's bill which amends the National Defence Act so that the Snowbirds will remain forever a part of Canada's armed forces and Canada's military heritage.
On behalf of all Canadians, I ask all members of the House to support the bill to protect the future of our Snowbirds.
(Motions deemed adopted, bill read the first time and printed)