Madam Speaker, this weekend I had the great pleasure of attending the 25th anniversary celebration for the award winning Philippine Heritage Band.
In offering a unique blend of English and Filipino music, this world-class marching and concert band adds vibrancy and energy to countless events in Thornhill, Vaughan, Ontario and internationally. I congratulate it heartily on its outstanding efforts which have won it best band and community leadership awards.
I applaud the band's distinct and consistent determination to have youth and adults working together for the betterment of the community and itself.
The band exemplifies the very best of Canada in terms of talent, volunteerism and strengthening the multicultural fabric of our country.
I wish the band great continued success in the next 25 years.