Mr. Speaker, today Canadians will be participating in the Bell Let's Talk campaign focusing on mental health issues in Canada. On this occasion, we all recognize that talking is the first step toward ending the stigma and bringing about change on mental health.
Today we have the opportunity to talk about mental health with our loved ones, within our communities and all across Canada. This kind of illness affects us all. One out of five Canadians will personally be affected by mental illness at some point in their life. We all know someone who has suffered in silence too long.
Like many members here, I am one of millions of Canadians whose families have been affected by mental illness. We need to keep talking about it. It helps.
Mental illness is one of the most widespread health issues in Canada, but today we say no matter who people are, they should remember they are not alone and that we are standing with them.
Do not forget that you are not alone.