Statement

From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://www.pm.gc.ca/)

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STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA

September 11, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today to mark the seventh anniversary of 9/11:

"The tragic events on September 11, 2001 brought home the very real and destructive consequences of terrorism. We take this day to remember the lives lost in this terrible tragedy, including the 24 Canadians who were killed on that day.

We also take this day to celebrate the power of the human spirit and recognize the strength of those who have survived. We also recognize the heroic efforts of police, paramedics, and emergency personnel who responded to the call and helped those in need.

September 11, 2001 is a reminder that the threat of terrorism - to our values, our institutions, our lives - is very real. The Government of Canada remains vigilant to this threat and will continue to take action to ensure the security of Canada and the safety of all Canadians."

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