Mr. Speaker, as many of my colleagues know, my riding has some of the most beautiful landscape in this country.
At the start of the Cabot Trail nestled on the Bras d'Or lakes is the much admired village of Baddeck. Baddeck is the site of the first flight in the British Empire. This happened when Alexander Graham Bell flew the Silver Dart almost 100 years ago.
Today we have students with us from Baddeck Academy who live in various parts of Victoria County. Under the leadership of Jerry McNeil, they have come to Ottawa not only to see the beautiful tulip festival and landmarks, but also to learn and understand how the parliamentary system and government works. When they return to Baddeck, they will be relating their experiences to their fellow students and families.
My understand from speaking with the students is that so far, their mission has been successful.
I ask my colleagues in the House to welcome my fellow Cape Bretoners and wish them success in the rest of their journey.