Mrs. LeBlanc and I are shocked and deeply saddened by the tragic and unprecedented events that unfolded last evening and this morning. 

It is at such dreadful times as this that we are reminded of the service and sacrifice made by first responders who place themselves in dangerous circumstances in order to protect the public. Tragically, this service is sometimes at the cost of their own lives.  Royal Canadian Mounted Police Constable Heidi Stevenson who was killed in the rampage and another member who was injured, are such examples of this sacrifice. 

We join all Nova Scotians in offering our thoughts and prayers to the families and loved ones of the victims and those injured in these devastating and senseless attacks. 

The Honourable Arthur J. LeBlanc, ONS, QC
Lieutenant Governor