Thank you, Mr. Speaker. May and June mark a special time in the North, a sure sign of change. The land returns with its colours, and the sounds of the wildlife once again come alive.
Mr. Speaker, another sign of change is also recognized in our schools. Graduations mark that change in many lives of our students and families. The graduates look forward to what the next stage of life may bring — continuing education, jobs, travel, families. As parents we still see our young son or daughter taking their first steps, riding their bike for the first time — I hope my son Justin is watching — running across a field with a Batman cape flapping in the wind.
Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate the students across the country and the Northwest Territories, and especially the students of Samuel Hearne Secondary School. I am sorry I could not make their graduation ceremonies this weekend as we are busy here in session. As well, I will be watching my son take the walk — I think I said I wouldn’t do this anymore, didn’t I? — take the next step in his life as growing up into a man.
Thank you, Mr. Roland. Item 4, returns to oral questions. Item 5, recognition of visitors in the gallery. The honourable Member for Thebacha, Mr. Miltenberger.
