Ottawa, March 5, 2015 – Media are reporting that several Quebec Cabinet Ministers have received envelopes containing suspicious powder substances. Below is a statement on this matter by the Honourable Steven Blaney, P.C., M.P., Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness.
“Envelopes containing suspicious powder substances have been received by some Quebec Members of Parliament.
“The safety of Cabinet Ministers, Members of Parliament and their staff is a primary concern at all times.
“We thank the Sûreté du Québec and local law-enforcement for their swift response.”
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Information:
Jean-Christophe de Le Rue
Director of Communications
Office of the Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Preparedness
613-991-2924
Media Relations
Public Safety Canada
613-991-0657
media@ps-sp.gc.ca
