Mr. Speaker, today the National War Memorial is a reflection not just of the first Great War but of all those wars where Canadians have laid down their lives.
It is truly our most sacred place of remembrance, which is why we gather each year to pay our respects to those who have fought for our values: freedom, democracy, human rights, and the rule of law. We also pay respect to those who have died protecting these values.
As a reflection of our respect for the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and for each and every Canadian veteran who has laid down their lifes in the service of Canada, two soldiers stand guard. They do this to honour our fallen, to embody the values our fallen stood for.
After last week, it might be easy to stop this honour guard, but not here, not in Canada.
I am so proud of the Canadian service personnel who resumed their post, honouring what is and will always be our greatest place of remembrance.
Lest we forget.