Mr. Speaker, another Veterans Week is upon us. It is a time when collectively we declare our great pride in the service and sacrifice of Canada's veterans.
Whenever they were called on to fight oppression and tyranny they answered the call with courage and distinction. In two world wars, in Korea and in countless peacekeeping operations around the world, theirs is a legacy that we pledge never to forget.
With the world now at war with terrorism and with our servicemen and women once again being sent into harm's way it is more important than ever that we remember those who have stood on guard for us from the turn of the last century to the beginning of this one.
This year once again we will meet on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month. It is an act of allegiance that knows no limits of time. It is an act of remembrance that we have pledged to honour.
Lest we forget.