Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize an extraordinary achievement by my constituent, Mr. Sachin Latti. This year, Sachin, the first South Asian to run across Canada, covered over 3,700 kilometres in 82 days, with only nine rest days, averaging more than 50 kilometres daily.
As a retired law enforcement officer with 20 years of service at the Canada Border Services Agency, Sachin understands the mental health challenges facing those who serve our communities. He channelled this into action, running 100 kilometres in 15 hours, completing nine ultra-marathons in nine months and running 22 marathons in 22 consecutive days.
Sachin has raised $300,000 for mental health initiatives across Canada supporting veterans, first responders, individuals struggling with addiction and youth in communities from coast to coast.
Join me in commending Sachin for his remarkable journey of hope, healing and barrier-breaking achievement.