| MR.
BUTLER: |
Mr. Speaker, Ascension Collegiate of Bay Roberts
recently was recognized as the top school of all schools
in Atlantic Canada to raise the largest amount of money
for World Vision. They were presented with the World
Vision award for raising $9,000 for World Vision during
the 30 Hour Famine held last year.
The 30 Hour Famine is an international youth movement
to fight hunger. The students fast for thirty hours and
raise funds to help feed and care for children around
the world. A total of $23,000 has been raised in the
past four years. To participate, students have to raise
at least $60. The students at Ascension Collegiate have
sponsored other events such as: the Helping Hands food
drive, AIDS walk, the Happy Tree, Janeway hospital and
Daffodil Place.
Ascension principal, Mr. Neil Kearley, stated,
"This event makes students more aware of global
issues such as world hunger and gives them an
appreciation for their own lives."
I ask all hon. members to join me in congratulating
the staff and students at Ascension Collegiate on
receiving the World Vision award.
Thank you, Mr. Speaker. |
