Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, all of us who serve in this Legislature acquired our interest in public service from some experience in our lives or ideals that were instilled in us by role models. For many of us, this may have occurred many years ago in our youth.
One small way by which we can reach out to young people in our constituencies is through offering to sponsor them for first-hand experience in the Legislature through our paging program.
Today, I am pleased to recognize two fine young women from my riding of Hay River South who have served as pages during this past week. Christine Morgan and Holly Schauerte, the niece of our esteemed deputy clerk, have had a chance to observe the process in this House. I hope it has been a positive experience, which might lead them to consider putting their names forward for elected public office at some point in their future.
Hearing Ms. Lee's Member's statement today has reminded me again of how important it is to have strong women in positions of leadership. Holly and Christine have represented themselves and Hay River well, and I thank them for their service to this House this week. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.
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