Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Service takes place Sunday in Ottawa [Video]

The 47th annual Canadian Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Service is taking place Sunday in the capital.

“On this day, we honour police and peace officers who lost their lives while serving their communities. These individuals devoted their lives to ensuring that others could live theirs without fear. They bravely stood for justice while faced with harrowing circumstances,” said Governor General, Mary Simon in a statement.

“Earlier this month, I was honoured to invest new members into the Order of Merit of the Police Forces. I was moved by their stories of dedication, and I was inspired by their sense of mutual support, solidarity, and shared purpose.”

Simon extended her sincere condolences in the statement to everyone who has lost a loved one, family member or colleague.