Mr. Speaker, I am honoured on behalf of the Canadian Alliance, Canada's loyal opposition, to thank the men and women of the Canadian forces for helping to keep Canadians safe and secure. I especially want to remember all of our troops who will spend Christmas far from loved ones so that we in Canada may enjoy our holidays with our loved ones in safety and peace.
More than at any other time in this generation, Canadians have come to appreciate freedom and democracy, and that we cannot take them for granted. The commitment of Canada's military personnel to upholding these values and to keeping our country safe and secure is deeply appreciated. Canada deserves the very best, and in our military personnel it has the very best.
I am sure all members of the House will join with the Canadian Alliance as we thank all of the men and women in the Canadian forces for the sacrifices they make on our behalf. We pray that those overseas during the holidays will be kept safe from all harm. May God bless them all.