Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement expressing disappointment of the Burmese Supreme Court’s decision to dismiss an appeal by Aung San Suu Kyi’s political party, the National League for Democracy, regarding its dissolution in 2010. The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851. Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement concerning the protests taking place in Egypt. Cannon urges the Egyptian authorities to respond to protests peacefully, saying that Canada regrets the loss of life of both protestors and police officers during these political demonstrations. The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851. Foreign Affairs … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement on the inauguration of Afghanistan's National Assembly, saying that the inauguration marks an important milestone in the advancement of democracy in Afghanistan. The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851.
International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) issued a statement on the softwood lumber ruling saying the government is "closely reviewing this decision and its impact on the Canadian industry." The full release is available online. Call 613-992-9304. Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) reiterated Canada’s concern over the ongoing political crisis in … Read more
International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) concluded a two-day visit to Washington DC, which focused on broadening the the Canada-US trade partnership to drive economic recovery and create jobs on both sides of the border. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-9304.
Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement condemning two suicide bombing attacks on security forces in Iraq. The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851.
Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement concerning the peaceful conclusion of voting in Southern Sudan’s self-determination referendum. The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851. International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) issued a statement regarding the U.S. request for arbitration with Canada under the Softwood Lumber Agreement, saying "Canada … Read more
International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) concluded a two-day visit to Orlando, Florida, where he met with the state’s newly elected governor, Rick Scott, and promoted Canadian expertise in the construction and energy sectors. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-9304. Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) offered Canada’s condolences to … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC) issued a statement concerning the resignation of 11 members of Lebanon’s cabinet and the resulting dissolution of the country’s government, saying "Canada continues to support a strong, independent Lebanon and the leadership of Prime Minister Saad Hariri." The full release is available online. Call 613-995-1851. Foreign Affairs Minister … Read more
International Trade Minister Peter Van Loan (York-Simcoe, ON) welcomed the opening of Canadian exports of spruce lumber to India. The announcement is effective immediately and comes as a result of India’s recent certification of Canada’s spruce lumber for import. The full release is available online. Call 613-992-9304. Foreign Affairs Minister Lawrence Cannon (Pontiac, QC), International … Read more
