| Employment and Social Development Canada
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Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark the 50th anniversary of Massey College in the University of Toronto, following a tour of the College:
When it comes to HIV and AIDS, we are working on Getting to Zero. In Canada, this means preventing new infections and making a difference in the lives of more than 71,000 Canadians who are living with HIV and AIDS. Around the world, it means preventing the transmission of HIV and increasing access to treatment for the 34 million people who are infected. On World AIDS Day, Getting to Zero means working together as Canadians to achieve these goals.
When it comes to HIV and AIDS, we are working on Getting to Zero. In Canada, this means preventing new infections and making a difference in the lives of more than 71,000 Canadians who are living with HIV and AIDS.
The loss of a soldier, in any circumstance, is tragic and we mourn with the family and friends of the deceased while the Canadian Army endeavours to support them in their loss.
As Minister of Health, I am pleased to mark World Breastfeeding Week in Canada. This year's theme, "Breastfeeding Support: Close to Mothers," highlights the message that a healthy start in life requires a close and secure attachment between mothers and their newborn babies.