Regina, Saskatchewan
24 November 2013
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement congratulating the Saskatchewan Roughriders on winning the 101st Grey Cup game, which was played in Regina, Saskatchewan:
“For more than a century, citizens from coast to coast to coast have followed with interest one of the most anticipated sporting events of the year: the Grey Cup championship game.
“This year the Saskatchewan Roughriders competed against the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for the honour of having their names inscribed on Earl Grey’s trophy. I would like to congratulate the Saskatchewan Roughriders on today’s victory and their remarkable season. I would also like to applaud the Hamilton Tiger-Cats for their significant achievement of winning the Eastern finals.
“On behalf of all Canadians, I would like to thank both teams for their unwavering determination throughout the season and for providing us with such exciting sporting moments today.
“Finally, congratulations to the organizers and the city of Regina on the success of this year’s Grey Cup game. Laureen and I were fortunate enough to see the game live and it is a memory we will cherish.”
