 Can we move to Member Statement? Very good. I recognize the Member for Brampton North. Thank you Madam Speaker. It's my great honour to extend my heartfelt gratitude and a warm welcome to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj as he graces our province with his presence later this week. His Holiness is among the most respected Hindu leaders in the world today and the current spiritual leader of the BAPS Swami Narayan Sentha, a worldwide organisation dedicated to promoting harmony. The presence of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj marks the commencement of the celebrations for BAPS Canada's 50 years of dedicated community service. This auspicious event will ignite a year-long festivity, allowing us to reflect upon and commemorate the remarkable achievements and invaluable contributions of BAPS to our great nation. Over the past five decades, BAPS Canada has grown to become recognised for their community service, remarkable achievements and invaluable spiritual and humanitarian endeavours in more than 150 towns and cities across Canada. We commend their unwavering commitment to lift society as a whole. Particularly, BAPS played a vital role in supporting and serving communities in need throughout the pandemic. In closing, I would like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj for coming to Ontario. We're incredibly thankful for the impact of BAPS and making Ontario a stronger and better place to live, work and play. Thank you Madam Speaker. Member Statements. The Member for Humber River, Black Creek. Thank you Speaker. Life has never been so expensive. And now, more than ever, we need real consumer protection in Ontario. People are paying more for less and when you get gouged, ripped off or taken advantage of, where do you turn? How about the Ministry's consumer hotline? Tens of thousands of complaints, not a single fine laid. So you get a lawyer to fight a giant industry who can crush you like a bug. It's the classic story of David and Goliath. So last year, I tabled a solution. The Ontario Consumer Watchdog Act, the creation of a powerful advocate who would have the back of consumers and the resources and powers to stand up to Goliath. And you know what? The government said no. They voted on the side of Goliath. This afternoon, I'm proud to table a new and strengthened Ontario Consumer Watchdog Act that reflects the crushing times consumers are facing. I'm calling on all members of this House to do the right thing and support this very important NDP bill to bring real consumer protection to Ontario. Thank you. Thank you very much, Member Statements. The Member for Mississauga Lakeshore. Thank you, Speaker. Recently, I was proud to announce that nine organizations in Mississauga Lakeshore have just received $969,000 from the Ontario Trillion Foundation Resilience Community Fund. This includes $200,000 to support Armahouse, the only transitional shelter and peel for victims with domestic violence. The new House will have double the capacity moving forward. The in-brave agency to end violence received $40,000. Dean Support Services received $200,000 to help expand their program for people with intellectual disabilities. And Epilepsy South Centre Ontario, which is now based in poor credit, received $79,000 to help expand their program for people living with epilepsy and their families. The Dawn Rowing Club received $90,000 for a safety boat and rowing shells to expand their programs in poor credit. And as we're looking forward to the summer festival season, the Southside Shuffle Festivals received $76,000 and the Creation Theatre Company received $200,000. Speaker, I want to congratulate these nonprofits again on receiving these grants, and I want to thank them for everything they do to enrich the lives of people in Mississauga Lakeshore and to help build a better and stronger Ontario for everyone. Thank you. Member Statements. The Member for London West. Thank you, Speaker. Speaker, two years ago today, my community was shaken to our core by a despicable act of Islamophobic violence when four members of London's beloved Afzal family were killed in a hate-motivated attack. Yesterday, the grieving family issued a statement about the profound loss they experienced on June 6, 2021, and the emptiness that can never be filled as they remembered Solomon, Medea, Talat and Yumna for the kind, caring and beautiful people they were. Over the last two weeks, numerous events have been held in London to mark this somber anniversary, leading up to tonight's vigil organized by the Youth Coalition Combating Islamophobia, a group formed by Yumna's friends and cousins. These events and the extraordinary coming together of our community in the wake of the attack are helping Londoners heal from the pain of that terrible day. In the words of Memorial Speaker, out of darkness comes light. Islamophobia and racism are real and deadly. We must channel our grief and anger to ensure that no family, no community ever has to face the horror we experienced in London. To truly honour the Afzal family, let us replace pain with purpose. Let us unite across party lines to ensure that no Ontarian has to fear being targeted for their faith, the colour of their skin or who they are. Let us strengthen our commitment to act through meaningful legislative change. Speaker, love is greater than hate, and hate can be overcome. Thank you. Thank you very much. Member Statements, the Member for Thunder Bay Atacoka. Thank you, Speaker. I'm proud to rise today in honour of a momentous upcoming milestone, and that's the 50th anniversary of Fort William Historical Park. Over the past five decades, the park has become a cherished part of Thunder Bay's identity, its significance resonating not only with the constituents in Thunder Bay, with all Canadians who value the preservation of our collective heritage. The park is an example of our nation's history, encapsulating the stories, struggles and triumphs of those who came before us, allowing us to learn from the past and shape a better future. Elder Freda McDonald's influence in 1976 led to substantial growth in the Indigenous Life Program in the Nishnabic Encampment, establishing accurate portrayals of Nishnabic culture and the significance of women in the fur trade. Beyond the cultural and educational significance, the park has made a substantial economic contribution to our region and beyond. It is also important that we acknowledge and applaud the dedicated staff, volunteers and community partners who have played a vital role in ensuring that this landmark continues to thrive through their commitment to historical accuracy, authenticity and a memorable visitor experience. Let us work together across party lines to ensure that landmarks like Fort William Historical Park remain a treasured source of education and celebration. And I'd like to take this opportunity to thank the clerk for his service to an Ontario and the members in this chamber and wish him all the best on his retirement. Thank you. Member Statements, the member for Hamilton West and Caster Dundas. During constituency week, I had the pleasure of visiting the Ontario Church of Hamilton as they hosted an open house for Hats, the Hamilton Alliance for Tiny Shelters. Hats is a not-for-profit organization working as part of the solution to the unhoused crisis in Hamilton. Their vision is to create a village of small heated cabins to provide transitional housing and support services for residents living on the street. I had the chance to tour a charming, tiny cabin and to meet so many devoted volunteers such as Tom Cooper, the Hamilton Round Table for Poverty Reduction, Kim Martin, who's the Executive Director of the Social Planning and Research Council of Hamilton, and Julie Shea, who's the Director of Centre 3, an arts organization that created a fantastic 3D model of the Hats Village. Hats has already raised more than $300,000 and has the support service lined up from various community partners. Hats has the funding, the resources, and the partners in place. They are now working to find a site. So thank you for your compassion and devotion to helping others in our community. Hats off to Hats. There is no place more beautiful to be this weekend than on the shores of Hamilton Bay at the most westernly point of Lake Ontario. It was a pleasure to participate in the annual sail pass and to recognize the Royal Hamilton Yacht Club for Achieving Silver in the Clean Marine Eco Program. The Clean Marine Eco Program is an environmental program that encourages environmental practices associated with recreational boating across Ontario. So congratulations once again to Cindy Brown, Suzanne Broveda, Paul Veda, and Ross Monroe, Chair of the Royal Hamilton Yacht Club Environment Committee. Thank you. Thank you very much. Member Statements and Member for Thornhill. Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Thank you. So June is here, which means the five-day Vaughan International Film Festival is fast approaching. Now, in its 11th year, the Vaughan Film Festival, or VFF, offers public screenings, scholarships, industry events, and panels to support experienced and aspiring filmmakers. Lauren Pappas, Paolo Calzini, Daniel Fusco are students at St. Elizabeth Catholic School in Thornhill, where films are featured at the VFF this year. Lauren's film titled Influenced is about a teen influencer and the realities of that. Give Back is Paolo's film which is a story about a young woman who helps out a friend in need. The VFF offers a platform for independent creators to share their short films and further excel within the industry, giving them an opportunity to reach over 20,000 people. Arts and culture, like the VFF enrich our lives and stimulate economic growth without artists like Lauren, Paolo, and Daniel who contribute to our community. I want to thank the sponsors and the volunteers and the creative minds who started the project, Mr. Antonio Yanco. I invite the extended community to come join us on June 19th at the VFF to celebrate filmmakers who bring the communities together and put Vaughan in Thornhill on the international stage. Thank you. Thank you. Member statements? Member for Elgin, Middlesex, London. It is my honor today to rise to salute all those who fell and served in the greatest invasion in history on June 6th, 1944, known to most as D-Day. One regiment, the first Tuzars, was the only allied formation to reach its objective on D-Day. Later on June 6th, two troops, C Squadron led by Lieutenant William McCormack, reached the objective of Con Bayou Highway before having to return to the allied line of advance that was significantly behind their spearhead. Mr. Speaker, I hope all Ontario joins me in saluting the first Tuzars and their garrison cities of London and Sarnia. We salute their service and sacrifice in one of the greatest battles in history. I'd also like to recognize the MPP for Sarnia, Bob Bailey who has attended these sacred sites in Normandy. Well done. As Commander said on the eve of invasion, the tide has turned, the free men of the world are marching towards victory. Let it be known here and evermore the victory's assent came from southwestern Ontario. The first Tuzars model in Latin is Haudier non-cross or an English speaker today, not tomorrow. God save the king. Thank you, Speaker. Thank you very much. Member statements? The Member for Sarnia-Lampton. Thank you, Speaker. Today, I was on Juno Beach with the first Tuzars. Thanks for reminding me about that that I remember from London. My statement today is important as well. It's celebrating the initiative of June 1st when we kicked off ALS Day. The month of June is officially ALS Awareness Month in Canada. I'm proud to show my support today for the approximately 3,000 Canadians living with this devastating disease. ALS is a relentlessly progressive cure-on disease that eventually leads to the loss of the ability to move, speak and breathe. This disease can move with startling swiftness. Four out of five people die within two to five years of their diagnosis. Sorry about that. The compounding impact on families emotionally, financially and psychologically is tremendous. The people and families affected by ALS measure time not by months but by the loss of function and loss of life. As members of this legislature we have an opportunity throughout June to show our support for people living with ALS across Canada and demonstrate leadership on important health issues that affect this community. I want to extend my best wishes to the Canadian ALS community for June ALS Awareness Month. I acknowledge that tremendous work done by the ALS Society of Canada changed what it means to learn more about this devastating disease and how you can make a difference in the lives of people living with ALS. Learn more about ALS at www.als.ca Now is the time to work together towards a future without ALS. Thank you. That concludes our member statements for this morning.