Foreign Affairs Minister Stéphane Dion (Saint-Laurent, Que.) issued a statement: “Canada strongly condemns today’s twin suicide bombings in southern Beirut, Lebanon,” he said. “Such violent extremism is a stark reminder of the grave threat that terrorism poses to the people of Lebanon and the region. We expect that those responsible for this horrendous attack will be … Read more
International Trade Minister Chrystia Freeland (University-Rosedale, Ont.) issued a statement: “The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) text was released,” said Freeland. “The Government of Canada strongly supports free trade, as this is how we will open markets to Canadian goods and services, grow Canadian businesses, create good-paying jobs, and provide choice and lower prices to Canadian consumers,” … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued the following statement: “I commend the work of the Dutch Safety Board in its investigation of the downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight 17. This report is truly disturbing. We remain of the view that MH17 was shot down by a surface-to-air missile fired from Russian-occupied territory in Eastern Ukraine. I … Read more
Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas and Consular Affairs) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, Sask.) issued the following statement: “The Government of Canada is pleased that Mohamed Fahmy is now on his way back to Canada following his pardon by Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi. Canada has worked tirelessly, at the highest levels, on Mr. Fahmy’s behalf. … Read more
Foreign Affairs Minister Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued the following statement on October 2, 2015. “Like our allies, I am deeply concerned with regard to the Russian military build-up in Syria and particularly with the recent attacks by the Russian air force that led to civilian casualties. I am also disappointed that Russia’s military efforts … Read more
International Trade Minister and Conservative candidate Ed Fast (Abbotsford, B.C.) issued a statement: “A successfully concluded Trans-Pacific Partnership agreement would protect and create Canadian jobs, and grow our economy by giving Canadian businesses access to some of the most dynamic markets in the world,” said Fast. “The TPP will lower or eliminate tariffs on a … Read more
International Trade Minister Ed Fast (Abbotsford, B.C.) issued the following statement on Sept. 26, 2015: “Media are reporting that Canada has made particular concessions within the TPP. These reports are absolutely false. Our government remains committed to defending our system of supply management. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has made clear that he will only sign an agreement that’s in Canada’s … Read more
Foreign Affairs minister and Conservative candidate Rob Nicholson (Niagara Falls, Ont.) issued a statement concerning reports that at least 700 pilgrims were killed, and more than 800 injured in a stampede in Mina outside Mecca: “We are saddened to learn of this tragic loss of life,” said Nicholson. “On behalf of all Canadians, I offer my deepest condolences … Read more
Minister of State (Foreign Affairs and Consular) Lynne Yelich issued the following statement: “Canada is pleased that Egypt’s President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has granted Mohamed Fahmy a pardon,” said Yelich. “Canada has consistently called at the highest level for Mr. Fahmy’s release and return to Canada,” she said. “The Government of Canada will continue to provide Mr. Fahmy with consular … Read more
The Government of Canada announced the creation of the Syria Emergency Relief Fund. The government will match every eligible dollar donated by individual Canadians to registered Canadian charities in response to the impact of the conflict in Syria, up to $100 million, effective immediately and until December 31, 2015. The Fund will help meet the … Read more
