Today, our thoughts and prayers are with those who have endured a horrifying trial in our nation’s capital. I want to express my profound sadness and deepest sympathies with the families of the soldiers who have been killed and injured in the last several days. By striking at our National War Memorial, and then at our Parliament, an attempt has been made to weaken the bonds that unite us as Canadians. In fact, it is moments like these that will ultimately, with the passage of time, strengthen us all. As Canadians, each and every one of us have ties to our capital, and many of us have very close and personal ties to the women and men who work there. As Canadians, all of us depend on the dedication and commitment of those who serve in our forces. I am confident that our federal government is taking the appropriate and necessary measures to protect Nova Scotians and all Canadians. Our Department of Justice remains in close contact with federal agencies including the RCMP and the Canadian Forces. I have been asked by the RCMP to pass on this request to all Nova Scotians: If you see something suspicious, report it to the authorities. Nova Scotians should be confident that the authorities here will be provided with information relative to any specific threats and this will be communicated to Nova Scotians as effectively and as quickly as possible. My office has reached out to the Prime Minister’s Office to offer both our condolences and support. Furthermore, I have been in contact with the office of Rear Admiral John Newton, Commander of Maritime Forces Atlantic, to express both my sympathies and our assistance, if needed and whenever required. I want to assure Nova Scotians that we are prepared to work with our partners to take all necessary steps to ensure the safety and security of our citizens. On behalf of all Nova Scotians, I want to express my deepest sympathies to the families and friends of those who have been killed and injured. I want to offer my support to those who were affected by this violent act that has taken place in our nation’s capital.
Posted on: Wed, 22 Oct 2014 17:33:29 +0000
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