Mr. Speaker, it was with shock and great sadness that Canadians learned of the tragic deaths of four Royal Canadian Mounted Police officers in Rochfort Bridge, Alberta, last week.
These four brave officers, Constable Brock Warren Myrol, Constable Peter Christopher Schiemann, Constable Anthony Fitzgerald Orion Gordon, and Constable Lionide Nicholas Johnston, gave their lives in the daily conduct of their duties.
This tragedy reminds us of the dangers faced daily by our police forces in their efforts to maintain peace and order and ensure the safety of Canadians.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the families and colleagues of these courageous officers.