26 November 2010
Ottawa, Ontario
Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today recognizing a Canadian Forces officer as an Afghanistan casualty:
“It is with greatest sympathy that I extend my condolences, and those of all Canadians, to the family and friends of Captain Francis (Frank) Cecil Paul, who died at home in Canada of natural causes last February while on leave from Canada’s mission in Afghanistan.
“Though he died on Canadian soil, Captain Paul was still an integral part of our mission in Afghanistan and had worked diligently to help bring safety and stability to the people of Afghanistan. For that, he deserves to be recognized with his colleagues who have given their lives for this mission.
“Thanks to Canadian Forces members like Captain Paul, together with our partners and allies, we are saving lives and helping the Afghan people to stand on their own and create a better future for their own country.
“The Government of Canada is proud of our Canadian Forces personnel, such as Captain Paul, and their dedication to this important mission.”
