Mr. Speaker, I rise today to salute dedicated Canadians who serve with the Canadian Forces Reserves.
Reservists are the lifeblood of such illustrious units as the Rocky Mountain Rangers in Kamloops, the Fort Garry Horse in Winnipeg, the Queen's Own Rifles in Toronto, HMCS Montcalm in Quebec and the Royal Newfoundland Regiment.
Reservists have served on peacekeeping missions around the world and were instrumental in the disaster relief operations in Manitoba and during the ice storm.
Cadet instructors work year-round with young people and the rangers provide an essential military presence in the Canadian north and in isolated communities.
Today reservists can wear their uniforms to work to display the pride they have in serving their country and to allow their employers a chance to show their support for reservist employees.
On behalf of all members of parliament, I want to thank all reservists who don their uniform and serve Canada with dedication and pride.