February 28, 2008
Note: All times are local
The Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, will be the guest speaker at a lunch hosted by the Halifax Chamber of Commerce on Friday, February 29, 2008. The Minister is scheduled to begin speaking at approximately 12:45 p.m.
The Minister will speak about the Government's economic and fiscal priorities as they relate to the 2008 federal budget.
The event will take place in the Heritage Hall of Pier 21, 1055 Marginal Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
A media availability will follow.
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For further information:
Chisholm Pothier
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance
613-996-7861
David Gamble
Media Relations
Department of Finance
613-996-8080
