This program is sponsored by Branch #9 of the Royal Canadian Legion, Spaniard’s Bay, and the Churchill Family. Each student competes for the Gary D. Churchill Memorial Plaque. It began back in 1980 in memory of Gary D. Churchill who passed away from natural causes while serving with the Canadian Armed Forces.

The winner of this competition is invited to be guest speaker at their annual dinner held following Remembrance Day. This year, being the thirtieth anniversary for this award, two winners were selected. Victoria Smith and Anna Kearley held the audience captive as they delivered exceptional speeches provoking all in attendance to contemplate the horrors of war.

Mr. Speaker, I ask all hon. members to join me in extending congratulations to Victoria and Anna, as well as those who organized this outstanding event.