As commander-chief, I have the great privilege of meeting regularly with members of the Canadian Armed Forces and of honouring their service to our country..
Thank you for your kind introduction. I am delighted to be here, representing the Government of Canada. It is an honour for me to be in Japan on my first official visit.
Good afternoon.
It is great to be in Washington on my third official visit to the United States.
I particularly want to thank Secretary Moniz for hosting today's meeting.
This morning, we had some positive-and frank-discussions further to the path laid out at the North American Leaders' Summit in Toluca, Mexico, last February.
Thank you, Chairman.
I'm delighted to be here today and welcome this opportunity to meet with those enhancing the strong relationship between our two nations.
We meet today at an important moment in the development of the
Today, on behalf of the Harper Government, I am pleased to announce a new FedNor initiative designed to help Northern Ontario communities pursue economic development initiatives.
The Honourable Greg Rickford, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario (FedNor), today announced an investment to support small business development and growth, while creating employment opportunities and strengthening Northern Ontario's economy.