Statement on regulatory cooperation February 4, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Today, President Barack Obama and Prime Minister Stephen Harper have directed the creation of a United States-Canada Regulatory Cooperation Council (RCC), composed of senior regulatory, trade, and foreign affairs officials from both governments. In recognition of our $1 trillion annual trade and investment relationship, the RCC has a two-year mandate to work together to promote economic growth, job creation, and … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – 2011 the Year of the Entrepreneur
January 25, 2011 by
Statement by Prime Minister Stephen Harper declaring 2011 the Year of the Entrepreneur January 25, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement declaring 2011 the Year of the Entrepreneur: “Canada’s entrepreneurs are the backbone of our economy, creating jobs and driving economic growth in communities large and small across our country. They invest themselves completely in their businesses working countless hours on every aspect of their … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – Taking Action to protect Religious Freedom in Canada!
January 13, 2011 by
PM participates in round table on security with Coptic Christian leaders Condemns international violence against Coptic Christians and commits to protecting religious freedom in Canada. Ours is a nation of tolerance and plurality, and I want Coptic Christians to know that Canadians stand behind their community and their right to practice their faith in safety and security, free of persecution. This is a universal human right, and one which our Government is committed to … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – January 11, 2011: Celebrating John A. MacDonald Day!
January 11, 2011 by
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on Sir John A. Macdonald January 11, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement in recognition of Sir John A. Macdonald Day: “Today, Canadians celebrate the lasting legacy of our first prime minister, Sir John A. Macdonald. “A principal architect of Confederation and of Canada’s Constitution, Sir John A. Macdonald was instrumental in laying the foundation of the Canada we know today, … [Read more...]
Celebrating PMO (Canada) Taking Action – Awards Program to recognize Canada’s Volunteers!
January 7, 2011 by
PRIME MINISTER of CANADA Stephen Harper PM announces new awards program to recognize Canada’s volunteers January 7, 2011 Welland, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced a new volunteer awards program to recognize the outstanding contributions of Canadians who volunteer their time, energy and talents to helping others, as well as local business leaders and individuals from not-for-profit organizations that make a difference in their communities. “Our Government … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – Statement on Inauguation of Brazil's New President!
January 1, 2011 by
Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the Inauguration of Dilma Rousseff, as President of Brazil January 1, 2011 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement congratulating Dilma Rousseff on her inauguration as President of Brazil: “On behalf of Canada, I would like to congratulate Dilma Rousseff on her inauguration today after her recent victory in the Brazilian presidential elections. Canada was represented at this important event … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) announces reappointment of Kevin MacLeod as Canadian Secretary to the Queen
December 27, 2010 by
A Celebration of Women is honored to announce to the Women of our World... December 27, 2010 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today announced the reappointment of Kevin MacLeod, C.V.O., C.D., as Canadian Secretary to The Queen. Bio: http://www.kevinmacleod.ca/about_kevin_macleod_cvo.html “For nearly two years, Mr. MacLeod has performed his duties as Canadian Secretary to The Queen with honour and distinction and I am pleased that he has agreed to continue in … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – PM highlights Government legislation becoming law
December 16, 2010 by
December 16, 2010 Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper and His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, highlighted key legislation that became law yesterday. A total of 8 Government bills became law bringing the total number for the session to 10. “The economy was our top priority this Fall and I am pleased that the Sustaining Canada’s Economic Recovery Act became law, allowing measures from the Jobs and Growth Budget to be implemented,” … [Read more...]
Killam Awards 2010 – December 14, 2010
December 12, 2010 by
Governor General to Honour Laureates of the 2010 Killam Prizes OTTAWA—His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston, Governor General of Canada, will present the 2010 Killam Prizes to five accomplished Canadian researchers during a ceremony at Rideau Hall, on : Tuesday, December 14, 2010, at 6 p.m. The Canada Council for the Arts, which administers the Killam Program, announced the names of the 2010 laureates earlier this year: Professor Ellen Bialystok, York … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women
December 5, 2010 by
Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence against Women on December 6 “On December 6, 1989, the lives of 14 young women were cut short in one of the most heinous acts of violence in Canadian history. They were daughters, sisters, wives and friends whose lives were full of promise and hope, horrifically taken by a gunman at l’École Polytechnique de Montréal. That these … [Read more...]
Governor General of Canada – National Day of Action on Violence Against Women
December 5, 2010 by
December 5, 2010 Message from His Excellency the Right Honourable David Johnston Governor General of Canada, on the Occasion of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. OTTAWA— December 6 is an anniversary we wish didn’t exist. It is a black mark on our history, a day of lost innocence, of sorrow and shame. It is our nation’s Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. _______________________________ "On this day, we will remember". … [Read more...]
PMO(Canada) – PM nominates Jennifer Stoddart, Privacy Commissioner for reappointment
November 25, 2010 by
PM nominates Privacy Commissioner for reappointment Ottawa, Ontario Prime Minister Stephen Harper, yesterday announced the nomination of Jennifer Stoddart for reappointment as Privacy Commissioner of Canada for a three-year term. Ms. Stoddart has been serving as the Privacy Commissioner of Canada since December 2003. Photograph by: Chris Wattie/Reuters, Chris Wattie/Reuters “Jennifer Stoddart is extremely well qualified to continue in the role of Privacy Commissioner of Canada”, said … [Read more...]
