Flags at the Estevan Police Station are flown at half mast for National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism this weekend. The EPS tweet says, “Please take a moment to remember those lost by these senseless acts of violence.”
The day of remembrance was proclaimed in Canada in 2005.
“Terrorist attacks are heinous acts against humanity and have claimed thousands of victims worldwide including Canadians who have lost their lives, or experienced the loss of loved ones, through these acts of human violence,” says proclamation, requesting the people of Canada to observe June 23 of every year as a National Day of Remembrance for Victims of Terrorism, recalling some devastating terrorist attacks.
“It is important that Canadians have an opportunity to honour the memory of the victims of terrorism and to denounce terrorism,” it continues.
On Saturday Prime Minister Justin Trudeau issued a statement, noting that Canada denounces any form of terrorism, aims at preventing radicalization and fights terrorism in Canada and around the world.
He also extended his condolences to all people who lost their loved ones to terrorist attacks and thanked those who dedicate their lives to combating terrorism and protecting citizens.
The statement was published on the Office of the Prime Minister website.
