Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Mr. Speaker, I was looking forward to today's sitting and preparing a statement dealing with a matter of concern to myself and my constituents. However, Mr. Speaker, given the theme of our one day sitting, national unity, not wanting to detract from that very important issue, and also the tragedy this past weekend, I have elected today instead to use my statement to send my heartfelt sympathy and condolences to our colleague and friend from Keewatin Central. None of us knows when heartbreak and grief may come our way through a tragedy such as a loss of a child. As a parent I believe that the loss of a child in the prime of their life is one of the most painful circumstances that one could be expected to endure. It is so final and no amount of effort, reasoning or longing can reverse or change it. I hope during the next few days, weeks and months, that John and his family will find comfort in their memories of Ian which will be so vivid at this time, and they also find comfort in knowing that friends who care very much about them are sharing their burden of grief. I want John to be assured today, Mr. Speaker, that he is in our thoughts and our prayers. As this is the last day of our sitting prior to Christmas, I would also like to wish my other colleagues as they travel and have been away from home for extended periods of time a very happy and safe holiday season and Christmas. Thank you, Mr. Speaker.

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