Corporal Mark McLaren

Corporal Mark Robert McLaren was born on 7 September 1985 in Toronto, Ontario. He joined the Canadian Forces in the summer of 2002 as a reservist and member of The Hastings & Prince Edward Regiment.

In October 2007 Mark joined 1st Battalion, The Royal Canadian Regiment prior to his work-up training before deployment. He was extremely well-liked and respected by his peers.

Mark was on his second tour to Afghanistan. Cpl McLaren fiercely believed that what he was doing was just, and knowing the chances, he still wanted to be there. He was a brave and loyal young man and will be sorely missed by all.