 Hi, I'm Naomi Yamamoto. The people of BC owe a great deal to the Search and Rescue teams in this province. These selfless men and women are a beacon of hope in situations that may otherwise seem hopeless. They risk their lives in treacherous conditions. They brave the harsh and often inhospitable landscapes of our beautiful province to help reunite our friends and our loved ones. Many have pledged their careers to this service. Most are volunteers and they all spring to action at a moment's notice in the aid of perfect strangers. As Minister of State for Emergency Preparedness in British Columbia, I am proud to help unveil a permanent memorial and a monument to those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice in the service of our public safety and to honor those who continue to serve. This memorial on the grounds of the British Columbia Parliament buildings and home to the Legislative Assembly of British Columbia sits adjacent to the newly unveiled BC Emergency Services Garden of Honor and existing memorials dedicated to British Columbia's fallen law enforcement officers, firefighters and paramedics. And it is my honor to proclaim March 2nd as Search and Rescue Volunteer Memorial Day in British Columbia. On behalf of citizens and the province of British Columbia, thank you to Search and Rescue Teams, to Search and Rescue Families for your service and sacrifice.