Statement regarding the incident at the Canadian Forces Recruitment Centre in Toronto

Statement

OTTAWA, March 14, 2016 - The Honourable Ralph Goodale, Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness, made the following statement:

“I am aware of the incident at the Canadian Forces Recruitment Centre in Toronto. While it is premature to comment as an investigation is on-going, the information the RCMP has at this point suggests this is an isolated incident and that there is no imminent threat to public safety. Canadians can be assured that their police and security agencies are fully engaged and are discharging their responsibilities. My thoughts are with the victims and their families.”

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