Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada Following the Shooting at Dawson College in Montreal

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13 September 2006
Ottawa, Ontario
The Rt. Hon. Stephen Harper, Prime Minister of Canada, today issued the following statement in response to the shooting at Dawson College in Montreal.
“Today we have witnessed a cowardly and senseless act of violence unfold at Montreal’s Dawson College. Our primary concern right now is to ensure the safety and recovery of all those who were injured during this tragedy. We continue to monitor the situation as it evolves. Our Government has been and will continue to be in close contact with the City of Montreal and the Government of Québec.
“On behalf of the Government of Canada and all Canadians, our thoughts and prayers are with the injured and their loved ones, and to the students and staff of the college who are all victims of this terrible tragedy."

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