Mr. Speaker, I rise in the House today to congratulate premier-elect David Alward and his Progressive Conservative team on their decisive victory in the province of New Brunswick on Monday.
New Brunswickers have chosen an extremely talented team of MLAs to work for them at the Legislative Assembly in Fredericton.
This marks the first time in New Brunswick history that an incumbent government has not been re-elected to a second term.
On a more personal note, I have known Premier Alward since 1999 when we were first elected and served together in the provincial legislature. He is an honest, decent and hard-working individual whose passion and commitment for New Brunswick is unwavering.
On this side of the House, we look forward to working with Premier Alward and his team on issues important to New Brunswick.
Together, we will get things done and deliver for all New Brunswickers.