Number four Richmond North Center Thank You. Mr. speaker today marks the beginning of multiculturalism week. It is a week to celebrate the great diversity of cultures and backgrounds. They have helped build this province and this country, but this Columbia is home to 204, First, Nations, Metis and urban indigenous communities and residents who trace their origins to more than 200 countries or regions. Many of my colleagues in this house, including myself, come from immigrant families are immigrated to Canada themselves and all of us represent a wide array of cultural communities within our ridings I'm sure.

We can all agree that our love for the opportunities this province is given to our families and wanting that for future generations has inspired many to pursue public office.

While it is important to celebrate and take pride in our achievements, it is equally important that we recognize and stand up to the reason rising sentiments of racism and intolerance around the group and even here at home. Let's ensure we work together to fight against these ideas, built to divide our province and nation and instead build the province as opportunity for everyone.

During this week, I encourage each and every one of you all to take time to learn about the history of multiculturalism in British, Columbia and honor the vibrant heritage, our communities together I think we can find ways to protect the spirit of inclusion and torrance that build this province and continue to do so. Every day, Thank You mr. speaker.