Thank you, Mr. Speaker. November 11, marks a very important date in the history of democracy. My generation in Canada have not had to fight for our own democracy as many men and women of our country in World Wars I and II, and the Korean War, as well as many UN peace keeping missions. Mr. Speaker, in this hectic journey we call life, we have become so busy that we often forget to thank those who have gone before us. Our focus is on today, and we look ahead to try and prepare for what may come tomorrow.
Mr. Speaker, tomorrow is a day dedicated to the memory of those who bravely gave their lives to protect the very fabric we call democracy. I would like to take this time to thank the many survivors and the families of those who laid their lives down, so that I, as well as my children, could continue to live in a free democratic society. Mr. Speaker, I have been invited to take part once again in the ceremonies of the Royal Canadian Legion, McInnes Branch 220 in Inuvik, but unfortunately, this year I will be unable to attend. I would like to send a message home that I am sorry I cannot be there personally, but my thoughts and prayers will be with them during their time. Thank you.
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