The following statement was issued by Prime Minister Stephen Harper in response to the tragic death today of a member of the Georgian Winter Olympic Team during a training run in Whistler, British Columbia:
“All Canadians were deeply saddened to learn of the tragic death of Georgian Olympic team member Nodar Kumaritashvili following a luge training accident in Whistler today. His competitive spirit and dedication to sports excellence will be remembered and honoured during the Games.
“On behalf of all Canadians, Laureen and I send our deepest sympathies to Mr. Kumaritashvili’s family and friends and the entire Georgian Winter Olympic team.”
