Statement by the Prime Minister
March 16, 2000
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today expressed his shock and profound sadness
at the news of the accident in St-Jean-Baptiste-de-Nicolet, Quebec, that has
taken the lives of 7 children:
"We can only imagine the grief that the parents of these young
innocents are feeling at this terrible hour. The loss of a loved one is always
an ordeal. But to have a little son or daughter taken so suddenly is painful
beyond measure. While it can be only the smallest consolation, they are in the
hearts and thoughts of all Canadians. It is our most profound hope that they can
gain some strength and peace from the love and comfort of family, friends and
neighbours.
Aline joins me in extending our deepest sympathies to the families of those
who have died; and in offering a special prayer that those who have been injured
will enjoy a full and complete recovery."
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