Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Before we break for the summer, I want to take a moment to recognize the graduates for my consistency of Tu Nedhe-Wiilideh. And, in particular, it was my great pleasure to inform this House that we have a very large group of strong graduates this year from both Lutselk'e, Fort Resolution, Dettah, N'dilo, and Yellowknife.
In Lutselk'e, I want to give my heartfelt congratulations to our graduates:
- Naomi Isadore-Michel
- Zachary Martin
- Alexander Abel
- Jonas Lockhart
- Alaya Catholique
- Devanna Catholique
In addition, in Lutselk'e we have two exceptional Indigenous language instructors retiring this year after many decades of service: James Lockhart and Elizabeth Catholique.
In the Fort Resolution, I want to congratulate:
- Roshanda Baillsilie
- Preston Forrest
- Sylvia Mandeville
I want to wish you all the very best in the future that you have ahead of you.
In Yellowknife, I want to congratulate:
- Kayden Boucher
- Angel Betsina
- Cheyenne Koyina
- Shelby Betsina
- Stanley McKenzie
- Quinton McKenzie
- Kyle Sangris
- Troy Beaulieu
- Colton Sangris
- Justin Card
- Matilda Charlo
- Tamara Sangris
- Lillian McKenzie
- Tina Liske
- Emerance Goulet
- Rebecca Evadjuk
- Henry Ben Martin
- Detoncho Fizi
- Hannah Lafferty
- Brendan Lafferty
- Alia Erasmus
- Sheena Charlo Lafferty
- Cameron Martin
- Lizdaya Martin Crapeau
- Mia Martin Crapeau
- Kelly Tsetta
From the K'alemi Dene School in N'dilo, I am proud to recognize graduates Clayton Tanzia and Eve Judith Goulet.
I also want to acknowledge from Fort Resolution:
- Dr. Lainey Beaulieu, who achieved her medical degree and continues to be an inspiration to our community;
- As well, former graduates Magnolia Unka, who got her law degree;
- Elita Edjericon, who got her master's in education; and
- Jess Anderson, who also got a Red Seal in heavy duty mechanics.
All are outstanding community members who have demonstrated exceptional skills and dedication in their respective fields.
To all the graduates, I extend my sincere congratulations. I also want to thank the teachers, school staff, families, and community members who have supported them along the way. Congratulations to all, and I wish you a very successful year and have a safe summer. Mahsi.