The City Of Toronto has gone too far...

One would think the city has enough on its agenda however, the council now seem to be considering removing the "support our troops" ribbon shaped decals from the city's ambulances and fire trucks. Assuming they are aware of the sequence of events that led to the troops being deployed overseas on a mission to rebuild areas of war ravaged Afghanistan, one wonders what would be their criteria for supporting this United Nations mission.

The events in Afghanistan can be accurately described as an insurgence or a civil war brought about by the removal of the Taliban regime from office by the United States Army in the months following the events of September 11, 2001. The United Nations resolution to rebuild Afghanistan following the Taliban's demise is an honourable mission and the Canadian military has been deployed as part of Canada's commitment to the process. The sacrifice being made by the men and women in uniform is similar to that made during the most devastating wars of our time fought in Europe. We made the sacrifice then, now we answer the call once more. To forsake the Afghan people is the outcome favoured by the Taliban.

Let us continue to support and honour these brave men and women and their families.

The brave may fall but should never yield

April 9, 2007 marks 90 years since the Canadian army did battle at Vimy Ridge as part of the forces allies against the Nazis. Throughout our history we have been confronted by those who would oppress and repress those who are powerless to fight back. The brave men and women of the Canadian military made the sacrifice, a large number of them paid the ultimate price.

On this day we honour and salute their memory.