Canadian
PM's Statement on Tragic Accident in
Ottawa (October 13,
2010) – Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued
the following statement today – a National Day of Mourning in Ukraine – on the
tragic collision between a bus and train in Marhanets, Ukraine: “I was saddened
to hear of the terrible accident which occurred
in eastern Ukraine. On behalf of all Canadians, my wife Laureen and I
extend our deepest condolences to the families and friends of the victims of
this accident. It is especially tragic
that a number of children were killed. We also wish the survivors of the crash
a swift and full recovery. Our thoughts and prayers are with all Ukrainians on
this day of mourning.”