Ontario is full of talented and resilient youth who continue to make their teachers, families and communities proud. My constituency of Brampton East is home to a not-for-profit youth organization known as Brampton Robotics. They promote science, technology, engineering, mathematics—commonly known as STEM—through their robotics program. Brampton Robotics works with youth across the region of Peel to engage and develop skills in fields such as computer programming, simple machines and building robotic technology. Using the skills they gain, the group takes part in various competitions ranging from local to international tournaments. On March 4, Brampton Robotics took part in a province-wide competition where out of 80 teams across Ontario, they qualified for two spots in the world cup taking place in Dallas, Texas next month.

I would like to take this moment to acknowledge the youth members of Brampton Robotics and recognize them for their dedication and hard work for this amazing achievement. I would like to recognize Prabvir Grewal, Harsharan Rakhra, Manjot Dola, Aryaen Sharma, Shiven Jaiswal, Mihir Grover, Kedar Vanikar and Arulini Muthu.

Mr. Speaker, it’s vital that we continue to support this province’s youth and provide them with quality education so they can go on and compose a skilled workforce that will advance the technological, political and economic fabric of Ontario.