They saw scores of Ukrainian troops out on several dozen small attack exercises. That sentiment has been echoed by Ukrainian troops who have worked closely with the Canadians. Their presence in Ukraine was a reminder “of the valour” of Canadian troops, he said. They have offered classes and have gone into the field for weeks at a time to share the mosquitoes and blackflies with small groups of Ukrainian troops. “All of us in Canada are extremely proud of the work you have done here,” the prime minister said to about 100 Canadian soldiers.

Source: National Post July 12, 2016 16:30 UTC