Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, 1993 marks a special year for the Canadian National Institute for the Blind. Mr. Speaker, it is not often that we see organizations celebrate 75 years of service. In the NWT, the official kick-off of the 75th celebration was on Tuesday last, with a dedication of the CNIB flag at city hall here in Yellowknife. The CNIB, which began in 1918, has changed much over the years as advances in technology emerged. Mr. Speaker, one thing remains the same, the CNIB is committed to providing quality service and care to blind and visually impaired Canadians. Mr. Speaker, the NWT has benefited greatly from CNIB services over the years. Members will recall that in the last Assembly one of our Members was visually impaired and was one of the beneficiaries of these services.
Last month, I, and several other Members of this Legislature, were involved in a very successful fund-raising activity here in Yellowknife through the bachelor auction where we raised money for local activities. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate CNIB's 75 years of dedicated service nationally and locally. I would also like to congratulate the dedicated volunteers. A heartfelt thanks to you for a job well done. Mahsi.
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