Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate an outstanding member of the Charlottetown Police Department.
Corporal Mike Quinn is one of the newest members of the Canadian Order of Merit of the Police Forces.
Corporal Quinn received his award this morning from Governor General Michaëlle Jean at a special ceremony at Rideau Hall.
The Order of Merit of the Police Forces honours a career of exceptional service and outstanding merit displayed by the men and women of the Canadian Police Services and recognizes their commitment to this country.
Corporal Quinn is a highly respected member of the City of Charlottetown Police Force and is well-known for his passion and his dedication to his community. He is the first municipal police officer in Prince Edward Island to have been successfully nominated to receive this very prestigious award.
On behalf of the residents of Charlottetown, I congratulate Corporal Quinn, his wife, Charlene, and family. It is a real honour for the community to have a member of the Charlottetown Police Department receive this recognition.