One Canadian soldier was killed when an improvised explosive device detonated during a dismounted partnered patrol in the Panjwa’i district of Kandahar Province at approximately 12 p.m. (noon) Kandahar time on Sunday, March 27, 2011.
Killed in action was Corporal Yannick Scherrer, from 1er Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment, based at CFB Valcartier, Quebec serving with 1er Battalion, Royal 22e Régiment Battle Group.
The tentative repatriation will be on Wednesday at 2 p.m. at CFB Trenton followed by the procession down the Highway of Heroes to Toronto will be posted when announced.
My condolences to the family of Corporal Yannick Scherrer and CFB Valcartier Quebec
A sad day for all but in the end heads held high as he died trying to make a difference in Afghanistan.
My most sincere condolences go out to Corporal Sherrer’s family and friends. It’s such a tragedy, but I hope that his family understands the appreciation which regular Canadians like myself have for his sacrifice and for his bravery and valour.
I was so sorry to learn of the death of Corporal Scherrer this morning. My heartfelt condolences are extended to his entire family and the entire Canadian army. His death will not go unnoticed nor will he be forgotten.