Mr. Speaker, some heroes wear capes; others wear masks, face shields, gloves and gowns, but all heroes protect our communities by keeping them safe. Since the start of this pandemic, nurses across Canada have been at the front lines in our battle against this virus. Many have been going to work every day in conditions that could pose a threat to their health, and many have been isolating from their families so they could care for ours.
As we celebrate National Nursing Week, it is important for us to recognize that nurses are the soul of our health care system and have always been so. Let us recognize, too, that each one of us has a role to play in keeping our nurses safe as the pandemic continues. Let us do our part to stop the spread of this virus, follow public health advice and get vaccinated when it is our turn.
To the nurses in Newmarket—Aurora and across Canada, I thank them for their courage, commitment, compassion and sacrifices. They truly are our superheroes.