Mr. Speaker, since 1998 Canada Safeway stores have been selecting an annual charity to support as part of Safeway's “Because We Care” program. We were asked by our local Safeways to participate in this initiative by helping to provide volunteers and to help promote the fundraising activities.
This Saturday, February 14, is the “Show Your Heart” campaign where we will be on hand to support three local charities chosen by Safeway stores in my riding: Miriam Centre, a counselling centre for woman and children; Teen Stop Jeunesse, a drop in centre that offers basic needs to youth as well as adult education courses; and Jocelyne House, a local hospice for terminally ill patients.
More than 75 volunteers have agreed to support us in our efforts this coming Saturday. This confirms once again Manitoba's reputation as the volunteer capital of the world.
We thank Safeway and its employees, and we are pleased to support these charities and their organizers and volunteers who work relentlessly to improve the quality of life of citizens in our communities.