Mahsi, Mr. Speaker. [English translation not provided.]

Mr. Speaker, today I would like to highlight just some of the outstanding Tlicho citizens from the Monfwi riding. They are true examples of the kind of role models that we must recognize and support so others will follow.

Adolphus Nitsiza from Behchoko, one of the 14 minor hockey volunteers across Canada named as

RBC Local Hockey Hero on May 11

th,

2009. This

award is based on behind the scenes work to make hockey better across the country for people in the communities. Adolphus has always gone out of his way to strengthen the community recreation spirit. Ever since the sportsplex shut down in Behchoko, he has taken it upon himself to organize the junior hockey opportunities. He drove the kids to Yellowknife on a weekly basis, even on weekends, so they could have the opportunity to play hockey and other sports that the community does not have. As a result of this award, RBC will donate funding towards a Behchoko hockey program and give Adolphus and 20 others opportunities to carry the Olympic Torch for the 2010 Olympics.

Another individual that’s worth mentioning is Corporal John Paul Rabesca. Now here is a true soldier, Tlicho soldier, honoured to serve his community and country. John Paul recently completed his military training as an armoured crewman and is stationed in Edmonton.

These two individuals clearly show what it’s like to achieve a goal.