Member of Canadian Armed Forces Killed in Ontario Incident

Craftsman Kyle Sinclair's battalion, 2 Service Battalion. (Photo Credit: Facebook)

A member of the Canadian Armed Forces died in an incident Friday at an Ontario base.

According to a statement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Craftsman Kyle Sinclair “succumbed to injuries he sustained following an unfortunate incident at Canadian Forces Base Petawawa.” Sinclair was a member of 2 Service Battalion, which gives second-line combat service support that includes transportation, supply, and maintenance. The 2 Service Battalion also gives institutional support to lodger units at Canadian Forces Base Petawawa.

2 Service Battalion on a parade and kit inspection. (Photo Credit: Facebook)

“On behalf of all Canadians,” Harper continued, “Laureen and I offer our deepest condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Craftsman Kyle Sinclair. This incident is another painful reminder of the sacrifice that our brave men and women in uniform face daily in the defence of our nation’s freedoms and liberties, both at home and abroad.”

Minister of National Defence Rob Nicholson also expressed his condolences. “The loss of any member of the Canadian Armed Forces is tragic,” said Nicholson. “An investigation will be conducted into the circumstances surrounding this incident to ensure that every precaution is taken to protect the safety and security of our soldiers.”

The exact nature of the incident has not been publicly released.