Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to rise in the House of Commons today to recognize the launch of the Royal Canadian Legion's 2006 Poppy Campaign.
While meeting with my constituents in the riding of Macleod two weeks ago, I had the pleasure of helping the local poppy campaign in High River get an early start by purchasing the first poppy from two local veterans, Guido Giacomuzzi and Owen Howe.
The money raised by the High River Legion through the poppy campaign helps veterans in the Foothills region, ensuring that they will not be forgotten. This is also a way to show our continued support for our young men and women who are defending our freedom around the world.
Today I encourage all of my colleagues in the House of Commons and all Canadians to make a donation to the Royal Canadian Legion to help remember and honour our veterans by wearing a poppy.