Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) and Minister of State (Science and Technology) Gary Goodyear (Cambridge, ON) announced the recipients of the 2011 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships. Harper said he is pleased to congratulate the 167 researchers who are recipients of this year's scholarships and that their ideas will help produce tomorrow’s breakthroughs and … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement deploring the latest violent crackdown by the Syrian regime against its own people. Harper said Canada strongly condemns the latest violent and abhorrent assault by Syrian security forces against peaceful protesters, in particular the brutal attack on Hama. Harper said Canada is also deeply concerned … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) made a statement upon the opening of Canada's National Ukrainian Festival in Dauphin, MB. Harper said the annual Ukrainian festival celebrates the special kinship existing between Canada and Ukraine, and the important contributions that Canadians of Ukrainian descent continue to make in the country. Harper also said the … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) announced the appointment of H. Frank Lewis as Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island. Lewis is a respected broadcaster and was appointed by Governor General David Johnston on the advice of Harper. Harper said Lewis established himself as a leader in Prince Edward Island, one with a deep … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) commemorated the 58th anniversary of the Korean War Armistice and marked National Korean War Veterans Day by paying tribute to those who fought for democracy during the conflict. Prime Minister Harper laid a wreath at the Korea Veterans National Wall of Remembrance in Brampton, ON, and spoke about … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) visited the Norwegian book of remembrance and made a statement. Harper expressed his deepest sympathies to all in Norway who lost loved ones so senselessly. Harper said the free and open society that is Norway will always have a friend in Canada. Call 613-957-5555.
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement after hearing NDP Leader Jack Layton (Toronto-Danforth, ON) will take a temporary leave of absence from his position as leader of the Official Opposition. Harper wished Layton a successful recovery so he can quickly return to his post and saluted Layton for the courage he … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement on the large explosion in Oslo and subsequent shooting in Utøya, Norway. Harper said Canada condemns these barbarous and senseless acts of violence and that our country's thoughts and prayers are with the victims, witnesses and all those affected by these attacks. Harper said Canada … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) issued a statement strongly condemning the terrorist attacks in Mumbai, India. Harper said, on behalf of all Canadians, he and his wife Laureen Harper offer their deep and profound sympathy and condolences to the families and loved ones of those killed and injured by these heinous acts of … Read more
Prime Minister Stephen Harper (Calgary Southwest, AB) made a statement upon being named an honorary member of the Kainai Chieftainship. Harper offered thanks to Chief Weasel Head and the Blood Tribe Council for bestowing on him this rare and profound honour. Harper said the Blood Tribe’s history and culture are unique, but at the same … Read more
