Mr. Speaker, the National Day of Honour gave Canadians across our great nation the opportunity to recognize over 40,000 brave men and women who served in Afghanistan.
I was honoured to participate in a ceremony held at the cenotaph in Ken Whillans Square at Brampton city hall. I was joined by many veterans and Bramptonians to honour the sacrifices of the wounded, the special burden borne by families and, most important, paid tribute to the 158 members of the Canadian Armed Forces, the 40 Americans under Canadian command and the civilians who paid the ultimate sacrifice to better the lives of Afghan people.
This was truly an occasion for all Canadians to look back on our contributions and achievements in Afghanistan with pride and appreciation.
Lest we forget.