Canada is preparing to play a major role in the continued stability and security of Afghanistan through ISAF.

Another part of the global war on terrorism that Canada and the United States are working on together is in helping failed states, states like Afghanistan, where people have no voice.

But Canada remains a crucial partner in this global war on terrorism, and we are grateful for that. Canadian naval vessels, aircraft and military personnel continue anti-terrorist operations in the Persian Gulf.

Canada has put in close to $300 million in terms of the reconstruction of Iraq. We have troops in Afghanistan and are carrying a very, very heavy load in that country,

My first major role was in a play called 'Through the Leaves.'

I will vote for peace, security and stability for Afghanistan. Twenty years of fighting is enough.