Mr. Speaker, today our community mourned the tragic loss of two young children in a fire last week. Hundreds of people from their home community of Michele Heights and from across Ottawa honoured Chelsea Rodgers and her little brother Cole.
Chelsea, age 10, was known for her unfailing kindness; Cole, age 7, for his impish sense of humour.
In the days since their tragic death, we have been reminded again of the importance of community as their neighbours, the whole city, voluntary organizations and their school rallied round to support the family.
Today especially, we wish to extend to the family our condolences and our sympathy, and for young Cole and Chelsea, our prayers.