Mr. Speaker, today is bring your children to work day. It is an opportunity for them to experience various occupations by shadowing their parents and friends. This is vital, as it allows children to broaden their horizons as to what the future may hold for them.
My daughter Lara Treiber and her friend Sofie Faga are spending the day accompanying me. They will experience my life as a member of parliament on Parliament Hill. The day will include attending committee meetings and question period. They have come to meet and share the ideas and experiences of others.
All young Canadians participating in this event will have the opportunity to learn that in today's world there is a recipe for success. It encompasses education and creative energy. It inspires courage and the ability to envision the future and recognize the challenges that still lay ahead.
As parents today we must lead the way and set an example for others and for those who follow in our footsteps. I commend everyone who has chosen to bring a child to their workplace for the day to share the knowledge and experience they have acquired.