Mr. Speaker, my riding of Winnipeg South Centre is home to thousands of older adults. Upon being elected, one of my first steps was to establish an older adult advisory council. The council comprises nearly a dozen constituents over the age of 65, and we meet regularly to discuss issues that are pertinent to them.
One topic that we have visited on several occasions is the heartbreaking damage caused to individuals and families as a result of dementia. Tragically, many Winnipeggers, including Earl Moberg, have gone missing or been put in harm's way because of this awful condition.
Fortunately, Earl and his family have had many champions, such as my constituent Ashleigh Mitchell, who is working hard to draw awareness to this important cause. The Alzheimer Society of Manitoba and other organizations, alongside individuals such as Ashleigh, continue to serve as wonderful advocates and resources. I rise today in honour of their work to draw attention to this plight facing tens of thousands of Canadians across the country and to encourage all of us to elevate the conversation so that, together, we can support families, individuals and our communities alike in the face of these challenges.