Mr. Speaker, the World Junior A Hockey Challenge is under way in Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, which is in the great riding of West Nova. The event takes place from November 4 to November 10.
Yarmouth has the unique distinction of being the first town to host this tournament more than once. It is a great honour for everyone involved.
The tournament attracts thousands of visitors and will showcase some of the world's top young players from the United States, Russia, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, and, of course, Canada.
Though the finals will be in Yarmouth, games will take place in communities throughout southwestern Nova Scotia. It is a great opportunity for the area.
I congratulate the volunteers, surrounding communities, and the town of Yarmouth, which has won the right to host this event once again.
I wish the best of luck to our athletes, and again, congratulations to everyone involved.