Mr. Speaker, yesterday, the Canadian government launched a Canada-wide tour as part of the Action Canada 2000 “Racism. Stop It!” initiative.
This special millennium event will build on the growing success of the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination held annually on March 21 by inviting young people in Canada and throughout the world to fight against racism.
Canada is recognized world wide as a model of non-violent and respectful cultural integration.
Young Canadians have an important role to play in Canada's future. As part of this year's campaign, young Canadians will get together with other young people from Australia, Austria, Brazil, the Caribbean, the Philippines, the U.K. and the United States.
We wish them good luck and reiterate our support for this movement, which is to the credit of all Canadians.