Mr. Speaker, International Development Week activities are being held across Canada this week.
This year's theme is celebrate Canada's place in the world. It was chosen to honour the many thousands of Canadians who have made lasting contributions abroad.
Numerous groups active in international development include non-governmental organizations, professional and educational institutions, churches and the business sector.
This week's events are certain to create a healthy atmosphere for Canada to develop closer friendship ties within the international community.
I am pleased to join my colleagues in the House of Commons to encourage Canadians across the country to join in these celebrations in their neighbourhoods.