Mr. Speaker, I received a letter recently from two Manitobans who are concerned that Canadians no longer value the military. Like myself, they think that this must not be allowed to continue. As a result of this they have begun the invisible ribbon campaign.
The ribbons, one of which members see me wear, are made out of plastic wrap. This is symbolic of the invisible uniform warn by the partners, spouses and children of military personnel. They are as committed to the military way of life as the personnel who wear the uniform. So too their morale is affected by negative media attention and public opinion.
I urge all members to join me in wearing an invisible ribbon to demonstrate that Canadians do appreciate military personnel and their families.
This campaign will help reaffirm pride in the military and let military personnel and their families know that Canadians recognize and support their vital contribution to Canada.
Please join with me in urging people across Canada to wear the invisible ribbon. Let's have a visual thumbs up for the military.
Please join me in wearing this ribbon.