Mr. Speaker, this week from June 4th to 6th, Hay River transforms from a quiet northern town to the Olympic Village of the Northwest Territories. Yes, it's that time again for the Annual NWT Track and Field Championships. If you're from Hay River, you know how significant this event is and how deeply the community is involved. It takes hundreds of volunteer hours and advanced dedication to put this together. The community's commitment will be ready to shine when over a thousand athletes show up to compete. If you're an athlete that's been involved for over 30 years, you likely have fond memories of this trip or this event.

I want to take the time to congratulate the track and field committee on organizing this year's event and thanks to your dedication, the field will once be filled again with young athletes from across the NWT. This commitment deserves the acknowledgement.

I'm also looking forward to being a part of this year's event. Now, I know what you're thinking. Wait, you're competing? And while I hate to disappoint in my bid for the NWT senior athlete of the year; no, it's not the 500-meter dash or the high jump. I'll be flipping burgers for everybody. So come on down to the world famous track burgers and enjoy the sights and sounds and the smells of one of the greatest north sporting events. Trust me, you don't want to miss these burgers or the action on the field.

And, finally, a huge thank you, Mr. Speaker, to all the volunteers and athletes and all the sponsors that make this event possible and unforgettable. To all the athletes, have fun, travel safe, and look forward to seeing you all next week. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.