Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I'd like to take this opportunity to congratulate Dr. Lance Crook. He's a local Hay River boy who just last week completed his medical residency and is now officially an attending physician. I'm not surprised by Lance's success. He's always been a hard worker. Before beginning on his career path, he was already an accomplished guitarist and a journeyman tradesperson. Dr. Crook attended the University of Saskatchewan, where he received a Bachelor of Science honours degree in biochemistry. He went on to complete the Island Medical Program in Victoria and received his medical degree from UBC, which is one of the top-ranked medical schools in the country. We've all heard stories about gruelling residencies are, but Dr. Crook somehow managed to get through all while helping his wife raise their four young children.
I'm excited to say that Lance is now moving back to Hay River to practice medicine. I want to congratulate Lance and I want to congratulate his mother who I know is very proud of him. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
