Debates of March 2, 2006 (day 40)

Thank you very much, Mr. Speaker. Today, I would like to make special mention to the Nahendeh constituents. One to Debora McPherson for achieving over four years for certification in accounting. The past weekend, I had the distinction of watching the mixed adult broomball team that came second in the NWT broomball championships. After 17 years, we have achieved a medal there. As well, I watched the 16 and under Thomas Simpson school wolf pack basketball team that earned silver in the prestigious cager annual basketball tournament. I just want to add that Teyan Menicoche was most valuable player. If you recall, he was a Page here two weeks ago. As well, in speed skating, it is the fourth year for participation from Fort Simpson constituents. They, too, are now progressing to earning medals.

If I may, Mr. Speaker, we have a Caitlin Jaffray, gold in the B division; Julian Porter-Heron, gold in C division; Alex Roche, gold in B division; Emily Parker, silver in B division; Alex Keith, silver in C division; Tyler Pilling, silver in B division; Ian Keith, bronze in C division; as well as Kevin Roche and Madison Pilling have gold medals for overall champions in their divisions.

Just one more list I have here, Mr. Speaker, is the 2006 Arctic Winter Games participants from Nahendeh. I have Valerie Gendron, mission staff; Mr. Shane Thompson, mission staff; Keri-Ann Loutit, soccer; Caitlin Jaffray, speed skating; Mr. Ken Baton from Fort Wrigley, cross-country skiing; as well, my daughter Miss Deidra Villeneuve, for soccer. Congratulations to all. You all did good. You are good models for us all. I wish you the very best and in all your future endeavours, as well. Mahsi cho.

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