Mr. Speaker, today I pay tribute to one of Edmonton's tireless community leaders.
Norm Aldi knows everyone on 118th Avenue, also known as Alberta Avenue. He has been a driving force in the revitalization of the avenue, helping transform a rather drab street into an architecturally designed cityscape of multicultural boutiques and ethnic dining, a delight for those who want to experience the breadth of Edmonton's cultural mélange.
A great Albertan and a proud constituent of Edmonton East, Norm has been instrumental in organizing the Eastwoodfest annual summer festival. He has been a director of the Alberta Avenue Business Association and president of the Eastwood Community League. Norm is sure to volunteer, whether it is organizing the successful Taste of 118th Food Festival or establishing an off-leash dog park.
I thank my friend Norm Aldi, recipient of the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for his years of community service.