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House Hansard - 239

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
October 25, 2023 02:00PM
Context: House Hansard - 239 - Oct/25/23
Mr. Len Webber (Calgary Confederation, CPC)
  • Oct/25/23 2:07:15 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, the Olympics are back in Calgary. I was there for the 1988 Winter Olympic Games, and I will be there in February for the Special Olympics Canada Winter Games. Qualified athletes from across Canada will compete in eight sports with inspiring enthusiasm. The athletes, together with their families, friends, coaches, officials, mission staff and over 4,000 visitors, will generate significant economic activity for our community. However, to make this event an absolute success, we need our community to help. Olympic medallist and games co-chair Cheryl Bernard and her team are looking for 1,200 volunteers to help roll out the red carpet and make the events run smoothly. People can find all the details on their website, calgary2024.specialolympics.ca. There are so many ways to be a part of the volunteer experience. I encourage all Calgarians to consider volunteering so that we can make the games a great success.
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Context: House Hansard - 239 - Oct/25/23
Ms. Marie-Hélène Gaudreau (Laurentides—Labelle, BQ)
  • Oct/25/23 2:09:37 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, for 40 years, Société Alzheimer Laurentides, based in Sainte‑Agathe‑des‑Monts, has worked tirelessy to support people with all forms of dementia, including Alzheimer's. It also provides support to caregivers and families in the vast Laurentian region. I would like to highlight the invaluable contribution that this organization makes within the community. All workers and volunteers are the backbone of the organization, because they provide a social safety net and ensure that patients are treated with humanity. In my personal life, I have witnessed the immense contribution of these organizations and what they do. They have my gratitude and appreciation. Having had to live with my father when he was losing his autonomy, I know first-hand that these services need to be there for communities. Let us ensure the sustainability of Société Alzheimer Laurentides.
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