Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement on the declaration of liberation by Libya’s National Transitional Council. Harper said Canada joins Libyans in welcoming the post-Gaddafi era and the transition of the country to a democratic society – one that respects human rights and the rule of law. The full release is … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement on the death of Moammar Qaddafi. Harper said the Libyan National Transitional Council has confirmed the death and Qaddafi’s days are over. Harper also said the Libyan people can finally turn the page on 42 years of vicious oppression, and continue their journey toward a … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) spoke with Chilean President Sebastián Piñera. As part of his preparations for the G-20 Summit, Harper sought the President's views on current challenges of global economic stability and growth and both agreed on the need for decisive action in Cannes. The two leaders discussed economic outlooks in their … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) spoke with Mexican President Felipe Calderon. The two leaders exchanged views on the upcoming G-20 Summit in Cannes and the need for concrete actions on the part of G-20 members to help ensure global economic stability and growth. On their call, the two Leaders took the time to … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) accepted the Shevchenko Medal Award, for his and the Government’s many contributions to the Ukrainian-Canadian community and the people of Ukraine. The Shevchenko Medal Award is the highest form of recognition given out by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress. The full release is available online. Call 613-957-5555. Prime Minister … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) announced the completion of the Peterborough Airport expansion. The expansion, which includes improvements to exterior infrastructure and interior commercial areas, will enable the Peterborough Municipal Airport to accommodate future growth and to take advantage of emerging aviation growth sectors. It will also help attract new businesses to the … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued at statement on the results of the election in Newfoundland and Labrador. Harper congratulated Progressive Conservative Party leader Kathy Dunderdale and her team on their victory. Harper said he looks forward to working with Dunderdale on issues that matter to Canadians. The full release is available online. … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) celebrated the Alliance Grain Traders Inc.’s plan to build a new $50 million multi-purpose durum wheat and pulse milling facility in Regina. He was accompanied by Agriculture Minister Gerry Ritz (Battlefords-Lloydminster, SK). Harper said this significant investment in Regina is positive proof that the Government’s commitment to opening … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement congratulating Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty on his successful campaign and on his re-election for a third term as Premier of Ontario. Harper said he looks forward to continue working with the Premier and his team to tackle the issues important to Ontarians and all Canadians, … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) congratulated Premier Greg Selinger and his team on their victory in the Manitoba provincial election. Harper said he looks forward to continuing to work with Selinger on promoting prosperity in the province and country and on addressing issues of importance to Manitobans and all Canadians. The full release … Read more
