Mr. Speaker, next week, May 15 to 21, is National Police Week. Police Week was started in 1970 by the Canadian police community to increase knowledge of the police in Canada and to stress the need for co-operation between the community and the police.
National Police Week is an occasion for all Canadians to recognize the professionalism, personal sacrifice and dedication shown by members of Canada's many police services in carrying out their duties.
As police services continue to adapt to new demands in our society, all of us within this partnership will have to work together more than ever if we wish to fight crime in the most effective and efficient manner.
We in government recognize the dedication and pledge our continued support for the work they do. I invite all Canadians to join us in saluting our fine police men and women.