Mr. Speaker, I want to take this opportunity to remind members that 10 years ago, we were at the height of a refugee crisis during which thousands of people were coming in from Syria. My community in Ottawa Centre responded by stepping up and welcoming many refugees.
Out of that anniversary comes the story of Refugee 613, an incredible organization created to help Syrian refugees settle and build better lives right here in Canada. It has done a tremendous job in helping not only Syrian refugees but many other refugees over the years. Just this week, it celebrated its 10th anniversary of building an incredible community.
I want to take this opportunity to thank Louisa Taylor and all the volunteers and staff of Refugee 613 for building a thoughtful, more inclusive community here in Ottawa, which has benefited all of our country.