Mr. Speaker, it is with great sadness that we learned over the weekend of the death of Corporal James Choi in an accident during a training exercise at CFB Wainwright in Alberta.
Corporal Choi served with the Royal Westminster Regiment, part of the 3rd Canadian Division, 39 Canadian Brigade Group based in New Westminster. He joined the 3rd Battalion, Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry for the training exercise.
When tragedies like this happen and our armed forces mourn one of their own, we are reminded of the perils always faced by the men and women like Corporal Choi, skilled and dedicated, who serve Canada. In war time and in peace, they put themselves in harm's way and risk the ultimate sacrifice.
Let us all embrace Corporal Choi's family and loved ones in their time of immeasurable loss and grief. On behalf of all Canadians, we will be there for them today and always in care, in support and in gratitude.