Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate an extraordinary Labradorian, William Larkham Jr., for his incredible achievement on season 11 of the reality show Alone, aired on the History channel.
William hails from the tiny outport community of William's Harbour. His determination, resilience and unmatched survival skills were on full display as he spent 84 gruelling days north of the Arctic Circle near Inuvik in the Northwest Territories enduring the harsh environment of the Arctic on the series Alone. He was one of 10 contestants and was the last one standing. His triumph earned him the grand prize of $500,000 U.S., and was a testament to his strength, knowledge of the land and spirit of survival.
William's journey not only brought Labradorians to the edge of their seats, but showcased the deep connection he has with the land and water, and the remarkable skills passed down through generations of culture in the region.
I congratulate William and ask all Labradorians and all parliamentarians to join me in offering him our very best wishes.