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We will remember them

On Nov. 11, Canadians remember the generations of men and women in uniform who have answered the call of duty and served our country
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Cathy McLeod

On Nov. 11, Canadians remember the generations of men and women in uniform who have answered the call of duty and served our country.

From the First World War, when Canada first proved our strength and determination as a young nation, to our work in Afghanistan and around the globe today, the courage and sacrifice of the members of our military is truly awe inspiring.

We know the conflicts of today look much different than those of the past.

However, it is still fathers, mothers, sons, and daughters who put everything on the line to stand up for what they believe in - the values that we, as Canadians, hold dear.

For the rest of us who owe our freedom to the service of both the past and present generations, it is our duty to support and remember.

More than 110,000 men and women died so we may live free lives today.

Taking an active role to remember these great Canadians, along with the veterans who experienced the hardships of military conflict and peacekeeping efforts, is one way of saying "thank you."

That is why, on Remembrance Day in communities across Canada, thousands of families will stand before memorials and cenotaphs for those who made the ultimate sacrifice for Canada.

There are many other ways Canadians can be active in saying "thank you."

From learning about a veteran's firsthand experience and writing a letter to a Canadian Armed Forces member posted overseas to purchasing a poppy, these are all ways to thank the men and women, who have served Canada in times of war, for their service.

On Nov. 11, I will be remembering and giving thanks in Kamloops.

On behalf of Prime Minister Stephen Harper and the government of Canada, I want to thank those who have served, and those who continue to serve our great country.

Lest we forget.

Cathy McLeod is the Kamloops-Thompson-Cariboo MP.