Congratulations, MBNDP on an Historic Election

Madam Speaker, today I rise to mark a defining event which took place in Manitoba yesterday. For the first time in our country's history, a First Nations person was sworn in as Premier of a province. This is a moment for Canadians to celebrate. Like many, I was up in the early hours of the morning cheering on the results of that election from afar.

I would like to congratulate the people of Manitoba for choosing the politics of unity and inclusion, and rejecting the politics of division and hate, which were so present in that election. I ask all members to join me in marking this occasion and offering a hearty congratulations to the incoming Manitoba New Democratic Premier, Wab Kinew, and his cabinet.