“I want to recognize a walking club for older adults in my riding. They have met every weekday morning for 32 years to stay active and healthy together.”

“Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to rise today to recognize the Santé-Marche Roussin group in my riding, La Pointe-de-l’Île. It is a walking club for people aged 50 and older, affiliated with the Roussin community centre in Pointe-aux-Trembles. Rain or shine, for the past 32 years, folks have been getting together every morning, Monday through Friday at 9 a.m., at Pointe-aux-Prairies park to walk as a group, socialize and stay in shape. It can never be said enough: Being healthy means staying active. The healthier people are, the more productive they are and the more they can enjoy life to the fullest. I would like to thank all the walkers in La Pointe-de-l’Île, the entire team at the Santé-Marche Roussin club, its president, Christiane Mercier, and all the club members for their contributions to active transportation, social engagement and our collective health. They are visiting Parliament Hill and are with us here today in the gallery. I wish the Santé-Marche Roussin club continued success.”