Mr. Speaker, today we are celebrating World Teachers Day, the theme of which is “Teachers Create Dialogue Every Day”.
Dialogue involves a number of values that are dear to our society: understanding, respect and solidarity, and tolerance.
In a world where interdependence is of such great importance, undeniably the role of dialogue is becoming more and more important.
The theme is well chosen, showing as it does the involvement of teachers in the social development of the children and others they teach. All of us can remember a teacher who had a particular impact on our life.
Teachers contribute to Canada's future by teaching tomorrow's adults. In recognition and gratitude for their devoted service to society, I would ask the House to join with me in wishing them an excellent day and a great school year.