Tamils across Canada expressed shock and outrage at the attack on Canadian parliament on Wednesday, posting messages of condolence to the family and friends of the Canadian soldier killed.
Canadian Tamil Congress (CTC):
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Canadian Tamil Youth Alliance (CTYA):
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NDP Member of Parliament for Scarborough-Rouge River, Rathika Sitsabaiesan:
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Liberal Party Candidate for Scarborough Rouge Park, Gary Anandasangaree posted on his Facebook page:
"A heartwrenching story. Thank you to all our folks in uniform for risking your life for our freedom."
Neethan Shan, NDP council candidate for Scarborough-Rouge River, posted on his Facebook page:
"My heartfelt sympathy and condolences to friends and family of Cpl Nathan Cirillo. Thanks Cpl Nathan Cirillo for your service for our country and for your sacrifice. Rest in Peace. My thoughts are also with all the people impacted by the shooting in Ottawa this morning."
Canada is home to one of the largest Eelam Tamil diaspora populations, with most Tamils living in Toronto. Messages of support for Canadians also came from Tamil diaspora organisations worldwide:
Global Tamil Forum (GTF) spokesperson, Suren Surendiran:
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British Tamils Forum (BTF):
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United States Tamil Political Action Council (USTPAC):
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