National Post, 19th July 2008 – 88th Canadian soldier lost in Afghan mission (http://www.nationalpost.com/news/canada/story.html?id=667282)

“Each time we lose a soldier, it causes us to reflect on why we are in Afghanistan and whether or not our presence here is making a difference,” said Mr. Thompson. “Let there be no doubt — we do have our work cut out for us in Kandahar province as we work with our Afghan partners to bring peace and stability to the area.”