 Happy Canada Day! Before I get started I have to say, like so many of you here, I've been coming to Parliament Hill since I was a little kid for Canada Day. And to be able to stand here before you, as your Prime Minister, to say thank you for the trust you have given me is a little bit overwhelming. Merci Canada d'être le pays extraordinaire que vous êtes! I would like to first start by recognizing that we are on Algonquin traditional territory. Canadians are often on Indigenous peoples' traditional territory without realizing it. And it's important for all of us to reflect upon that because the first step of true reconciliation is learning more about one another. You know, when I look at you today, I see the thing that makes Canada a unique country in the world. I see an extraordinary diversity. Canada is one of the most diversified countries on the planet and also one of the most prosperous. And it's not a coincidence. Differences are our strength. It's something we've known for a long time. But today, it's something we're famous for. We are a country with two official languages and more than a hundred others that are used from one ocean to another. We are a country committed to renewing our relations with Indigenous peoples while respecting their ancestral traditions. We are a country where everyone is equal, regardless of our sexual orientation or our sexual identity. And while we celebrate those things that make us inherently unique, we know that we as Canadians are united. We share goals and aspirations for a better country and for a better world. We share values, things like kindness, compassion and a deep sense of fairness. And we know that the best Canada is a Canada in which we can all succeed. Whether we're fundraising for Fort Mac or welcoming Syrian refugees into our communities, we support each other in times of need. That's what we do. That is who we are. And it's our job as your government to do justice to that compassion and to that kindness that you show to one another each and every day. Now governments can't do everything and they shouldn't try to either. But the idea of helping people getting ahead, growing the middle class and giving every Canadian a real and fair chance at success, well that's an idea we can all get behind. It's about giving a break to a single mom who works three jobs, or the young couple trying to save up for their first home, or the senior citizen who deserves a secure and dignified retirement. At the end of the day, Canada is a land of promise, of possibilities, a land of future built by friends and neighbors who have come together to ensure everyone's success. We are here today because in the course of the road, someone, somewhere, has had to believe in us. That's it, Canadians. A year from now, we'll be back here on Parliament Hill, celebrating Canada's 150th anniversary. And by working hard and working together, I know that next year we'll have even more to celebrate. We can build a better country for all Canadians. We can build a better world for our kids and grandkids. Because this is who we are. This is what we believe in. This is Canada! Bon Feu to Canada! Happy birthday, Canada!