Mr. Speaker, our rural communities are built on strong values: helping each other, working hard and coming together when times are difficult. These values are passed down from generation to generation.
This year, we are proud to celebrate two milestones in Pontiac—Kitigan Zibi: the 150th anniversary of Otter Lake and the 175th anniversary of Litchfield.
Since the early days of their existence, these two wonderful communities have grown thanks to the families, entrepreneurs, workers and community leaders who have dedicated themselves to making our beautiful community a great place to live.
Today we are celebrating their history, but above all, we are celebrating the people who have built those communities and who continue to shape their history every single day.