Ottawa, Ontario
17 September 2014
Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement after learning that Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has been diagnosed with cancer:
“I was deeply saddened today to learn that Toronto Mayor Rob Ford has been diagnosed with a rare type of cancer and that he will have to undergo chemotherapy.
“The thoughts and prayers of all Canadians are with Mr. Ford and his family at this difficult time.
“We wish him a speedy and complete recovery and are certain that he will take on this fight with all of his characteristic tenacity and energy.”
