Tragedy hits home to oil workers across Canada: Ottawa. March 13, 2009. The Communications, Energy and Paperworkers Union of Canada extends heartfelt support to the families and friends of victims of the devastating helicopter crash off the coast of Newfoundland.

“Our thoughts are with their loved ones during this difficult and painful time,” says CEP President Dave Coles. “It is our hope that the love of family and friends will help sustain them.”

“The tragedy has hit home to thousands of oil workers across the country whose sympathies are with the offshore workers and their families.”