Mr. Speaker, every day across Canada, thousands of people work behind the scenes to ensure the success of many projects. They deserve our thanks not only during National Volunteer Week, but every day.
Last Wednesday, April 22, I had the honour of hosting Phyllis Mayers and 90 other deserving volunteers from Ottawa—Orléans who gave of themselves in selfless service to others.
They are devoted, passionate and convinced we can make our communities better.
They work in arenas, in libraries, in community centres, in churches, and on soccer fields.
They are coaches, music teachers and our community leaders.
They deserve our recognition, but most of all, they deserve our admiration and our thanks.
I ask my colleagues to join me in paying tribute to these volunteers.
To those who make this country strong, vibrant and free, our hearts of gold.