Peggy commends PLAST on its 100th Anniversary
Peggy Nash rose in the House today to congratulate the Ukrainian Scouting Organization PLAST, and its members past and present, on the 100th anniversary of its founding.
"Mr Speaker, this year marks a significant milestone for an organization that has enriched the lives of Ukrainian youth the world over, including in my riding of Parkdale – High Park.
This year the Ukrainian Youth Organization PLAST celebrates the 100th anniversary of its founding. Taking inspiration from the Scouting movement founded by Robert Baden Powell, Oleksander Tysovsky saw that Ukrainian youth could only benefit from an organization that would help them learn the value of teamwork, honesty, community building and good works.
For the last 100 years the Ukrainian community has seen the benefits of the teachings and experiences gained through PLAST, with active chapters in 8 countries, including 6 cities throughout Canada.
I am proud to represent a riding in the city of Toronto, which is home PLAST`s largest Canadian chapter. I stand united with my New Democrat colleagues in wishing PLAST members past and present heartfelt congratulations, and may the organization’s next 100 years be as successful as the last.
Syl'no! Krasno! Oberezhno! Bystro!
