Madam Speaker, on November 10, I had the honour of attending the fourth annual Gala de Talia.
Talia Nahabedian is an inspiring girl and so full of life. Diagnosed with a severe form of tetralogy of Fallot, doctors expected her to live just a few years. She has definitely exceeded that expectation: we celebrated her 16th birthday at the gala.
Since 2012, $240,000 were raised for the Clinique d'investigation neuro-cardiaque at the CHU Sainte-Justine. This clinic assists children born with complex congenital heart disease who require surgery during their early years.
Congratulations to bright and bubbly Talia and to her family for their boundless love and support.
Congratulations to the people at the clinic for the work they do and the support they provide to families.
Congratulations to all those little hearts that keep on beating every day.