Syd Pratt, President of Legion Branch # 26 pins the first poppy of the Remembrance Day season on Ron at the Branch# 26 Legion Hall

Veterans’ Week, November 5 to 11, is a time for all Canadians to honour the selfless dedication of those who have served in times of war, military conflict and peace. We also honour those who continue to serve our country in Afghanistan and other areas of conflict. These men and women are upholding a noble Canadian tradition by taking an active role in bringing stability and peace to parts of the world that have seen turmoil and upheaval.

During Veterans’ Week 2007, Canadians from coast to coast will show pride and gratitude for our Veterans as events and activities take place across the country in their honour.

All Canadians, especially youth, are urged to take an active role in remembrance. There are many ways to get involved. Talk to a Veteran. Visit your local cenotaph or monument. Read a book on our Veterans’ great sacrifices and achievements. Or, attend a Remembrance Day ceremony. When young Canadians participate in commemorative events, they take up the torch of remembrance. As a result, we can rest assured that future generations will continue to commemorate those who helped shape Canada as a nation.

This Remembrance Day, I encourage all of you, not only youth, to join with your community and honour our veterans at one of our cenotaphs in Lake Country, Lion’s Park in Rutland, or Kelowna City Park.

It takes so little time but means so much.

As the Member of Parliament for Kelowna- Lake Country, and on behalf of my constituents,
I wish to say to our veterans and those who continue to fight for peace around the world,

“For what you have given, thank you. We shall never forget.”