Premier Expresses Condolences on Air Tindi Crash

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October 5, 2011 - Premier Floyd Roland says he, like all NWT residents, was left in shock yesterday following the crash of a regularly scheduled flight from Yellowknife to Lutselk'e.

“There are no words that can begin to express the devastation that we feel today as a Territory. In a summer when one tragic plane crash was too much, we have had three.

"Our condolences and support services are today with those most impacted by this loss. Our thoughts and prayers are also extended to their corporate families - our northern airline industry in particular – and those men and women whose lives must begin again today without friend and colleague.

"We recognize that yesterday’s loss would almost certainly have been greater had it not been for the efforts of the rescuers and volunteers who worked to bring two survivors home – for that we are eternally grateful.

"Our northern community has truly been tested this summer. We take some solace in the knowledge that it is through the faith and courage found in these times of tragedy that we strengthen the determination and resilience that personifies our northern spirit.”