Mr. Speaker, I rise today on a happy occasion.
This is the first day of the Special Olympics in Thunder Bay, which are going to run for the next four days.
I want to thank the very many volunteers who have made this happen. I want to thank the coaches and the parents of all the athletes for their considerable contributions. Most of all, I want to congratulate the athletes.
I would tell the athletes to try hard and do their best, but most of all to enjoy it.
I ask the whole House to join me in giving a big round of applause to all the Special Olympic athletes this week.