Meaghan Stanton: Share the Warmth - Member's Statement

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : Mr. Speaker, may I make an introduction?

THE SPEAKER « » : Permission granted.

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : I'd like to draw the members' attention to the gallery opposite where we have Meaghan Stanton and her parents. Meaghan is a Girl Guide and an all-round awesome person from Dartmouth South. Please give her the warm welcome of the House. (Applause)

THE SPEAKER « » : The honourable member for Dartmouth South.

CLAUDIA CHENDER « » : Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the huge heart and clear leadership qualities demonstrated by a young community member of Dartmouth, Meaghan Stanton.

Meaghan worked with the First Dartmouth Sparks to earn their Take Action badge, which is earned by recognizing a problem and taking steps to solve it. Together they made 24 fleece hats and placed them around downtown Dartmouth for those in need.

Meaghan decided to continue this project on her own and created a new project called Share the Warmth. She collected hats, scarves, mittens, and gloves, and distributed them around downtown Dartmouth in high-traffic areas for people to take as needed. Meaghan has placed nearly 20 more hats and replenished them several times this past winter.

Please join me in congratulating and thanking this young leader for her efforts to serve the community.

THE SPEAKER « » : The honourable member for Halifax Atlantic.