Mr. Speaker, this past weekend I had the privilege of attending a fundraiser in the community of Delacourt in my riding for Joshua Riker-Fox, a pentathlete striving to eventually compete in the Olympics.
The pentathlon is an Olympic event that consists of running, swimming, shooting, fencing and equestrian jumping. The Delacourt Community Hall was full of local supporters cheering on Joshua, pledging moral and financial support to him to accomplish his goal of reaching the Olympics.
Joshua Riker-Fox would be a tremendous representative for Canada. He understands that there is a lot of hard work ahead of him.
As much as we all love it, sport in Canada is more than hockey and more than the NHL playoffs. Canadian athletes in many sports train year round to maybe some day represent their country.
Our athletes inspire us. I am proud to represent communities that rally behind their local athletes.
I urge all members of Parliament to support our young athletes as they compete with the world. I know I will be supporting Josh.