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A member’s statement paying tribute to Corporal Sylvain Bergeron of the Lamèque RCMP detachment. Serge Cormier, the Liberal member for the area, described how on June 2 Corporal Bergeron went into icy, choppy water to rescue a teenage girl found in distress about 100 feet from shore. The member thanked and congratulated him for the rescue.Written by AI from the debate. Updated .

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Serge Cormier

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“I want to thank Corporal Sylvain Bergeron of the RCMP. He jumped into cold, rough water to save a drowning girl.”
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Mr. Speaker, today I would like to pay tribute to a true hero from my region, Corporal Sylvain Bergeron of the Lamèque RCMP detachment. On June 2, in Chiasson Office, a teenage girl in severe distress entered the icy, choppy waters and was found more than 100 feet from shore. Upon arriving at the scene, Corporal Bergeron realized she was in imminent danger. Without a moment’s hesitation, he jumped into the water to rescue her. Risking his own safety, he swam out to her, kept her from drowning and brought her safely back to shore, despite the extremely difficult conditions. Sometimes, in the darkest moments, there are people who choose to act with remarkable composure. On that day, Corporal Bergeron embodied the best of what public service represents: dedication, compassion and courage. On behalf of all the citizens of Acadie—Bathurst and the members of the House of Commons, I extend to him our most sincere thanks, our deep gratitude and our utmost admiration. I also wish the young lady a speedy recovery.

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