Message from Canadian Ambassador to the US

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Dear fellow Canadians, our American friends and all friends of Canada in the United States,

I am writing to you on this sombre day, the fifth anniversary of the September 11 attacks, to bring to your attention remarks made today by the Prime Minister in Ottawa.

We all remember where we were on September 11, 2001. Canadians, like Americans, remember watching in horror as the early morning tragedies unfolded. We have not forgotten the loss we felt and the incredible sorrow experienced by our best friends, closest neighbours, and strongest allies as well as the losses of our own citizens that day.

We felt a great sense of helplessness as we watched the events unfold. Canadians feel some comfort in knowing that we were able to contribute in a small way by opening our homes and helping those travellers caught in the confusion and uncertainty by providing some stability and a friendly face at our airports.

September 11 brought home the need for comprehensive, cooperative security measures to counter terrorism in our two countries. Both the United States and Canada have worked very closely on intelligence sharing and border security and the Government of Canada has shown determination in its effort to address the changing security landscape on the ground, and is backing its commitment with substantial financial investments for a safer, more secure North America.

On the fifth anniversay of 9/11, we pay tribute, take stock, and promise to continue to work together towards a safer future. I encourage you to forward this message to your friends, colleagues and others who you think would appreciate a message of sympathy and commemoration from a neighbour.

Sincerely,

Ambassador Wilson