Mr. Speaker, every few weeks the House acknowledges the presence of distinguished visitors in the gallery. It is only right and proper that we do so.
Today I would like to draw the attention of members to a special group of visitors which is in our gallery. Today a group of students from Rocky Elementary School in Rocky Mountain House, Alberta, from my riding, are here watching us. They are part of a French immersion class on a field trip to Montreal, Ottawa and Quebec City.
They may not be prime ministers, cabinet ministers, mayors or public officials, at least not yet, but they do represent something just as important. They are just a small portion of this country's future. It is for them that we are working here today and ultimately our success or failure will most clearly impact upon them.
I know that all members share this sense of responsibility. And I know also that this House will join me in welcoming these students to Ottawa, Parliament Hill and the House of Commons.