Mr. Speaker, Jean-Philippe Roy, who was born in Sainte-Flavie, a beautiful coastal community that is part of the La Mitis regional county municipality, will participate in the Olympic Games, which will be held from February 8 to 24.
Jean-Philippe will take part in the downhill skiing competition and will race in the slalom, giant slalom, super G and combined events.
Jean-Philippe Roy was aiming for the 2006 Olympic Games, but his talent and his work earned him a spot on this year's team. Last year, he was the Canadian champion in the slalom and giant slalom events. His coach, Thierry Meynet, likes to say that, in 2001, Jean-Philippe was one of three skiers in the world born in 1979 to earn World Cup points.
I am asking hon. members to join me in wishing the best of luck to Jean-Philippe and to all the athletes and coaches who will be taking part in the Salt Lake City Olympic Games.
Congratulations to all. The Bloc Quebecois is proud to see that you are among the world's best athletes.