Statement by the Cross Cultural Roundtable on Security following the terrorist bombings in London, England

Ottawa, July 7, 2005 -- The members of the Cross Cultural Roundtable on Security deplore the bombings that took place in London earlier today. We express our condolences to the British people, particularly to those who lost family and friends.

The Cross Cultural Roundtable on Security was created under Canada's National Security Policy to foster dialogue on security matters. Its fifteen members represent the cultural and religious diversity of Canada.

For more information:

Dr. Myrna Lashley
Vice-Chair, Cross-Cultural Roundtable on Security
Tel: (514) 457-6610 ext 513
Fax: (514) 762-6548
Email: myrna.lashley@johnabbott.qc.ca