Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize some very deserving young people from the city of Yellowknife who have represented themselves both nationally and internationally. The first one is a young man named Scott Robertson, a constituent of Yellowknife South who has received national recognition for his submissions to a national contest sponsored by the Brewers Association of Canada. The Brewers Association of Canada requested entries from youth on materials to promote responsible drinking. Scott produced three written submissions and won in the semi-finals. His work was submitted along with thousands of others from across Canada. The intent of this contest was to promote or comment on responsible drinking and Scott has most certainly demonstrated his abilities to provide a winning perspective.
He considers young people drinking irresponsibly world-wide and hopes his message will help tone down the amount consumed by youth. Scott made the semi-finals and went to Ottawa in March along with three other finalists from other regions in Canada. Scott is currently enrolled in a nursing program at the University of Calgary and upon completion hopes to return to Yellowknife. It is very fulfilling to see members of our youth choose to take a proactive role in the area of responsible consumption of alcoholic beverages.
The second youth, Mr. Speaker, whom I believe should be recognized is Tara Hamer. Tara is presently enrolled in a Bachelor of Science and Math program in Nova Scotia. She was selected as a Team Canada Junior Curling member who recently competed in the World Junior Curling Games in Japan. Tara's team took second in the World Allstars as well as being named the 1997 Canadian Junior Representative at these games in Japan.
Mr. Speaker, I seek unanimous consent to conclude my statement.