Statement

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Statement by the Prime Minister on the World Cup

July 9, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement on Italy's World Cup final victory.

“Canadians gathered today in our cities, towns and public squares to watch the World Cup soccer final in a vivid example of our country's passion for athletics and competition. I was pleased to watch the game with my son, Ben, and friends in Calgary.

“On behalf of Canada’s New Government, I would like to congratulate Italy on its World Cup victory, and wish Italian-Canadians the most joyous of celebrations.

“I would also like to congratulate France and its supporters on a hard-fought tournament, and take this opportunity to express my deep desire to see Canada join the world's best in South Africa in 2010.”

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Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of Corporal Anthony Joseph Boneca

July 9, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement on the passing of Corporal Anthony Joseph Boneca.

“On behalf of the Government of Canada, it is with deep sadness that I send my sincere condolences to the family, friends, and comrades of Corporal Anthony Joseph Boneca who was killed this morning in Afghanistan during a combined Afghan National Army and Coalition security operation.

“Our prayers are with the loved-ones of Corporal Boneca in these difficult times and we stand proudly as a nation knowing that his sacrifice was not in vain; that he laid down his life for the safety of citizens in both Canada and Afghanistan.

“On behalf of Canadians, I praise Corporal Boneca's courage and self-sacrifice and I take comfort knowing that his memory will live on in the spirit of fellow CF soldiers serving around the world, and in the hearts of his countrymen who pray for their safe return.

“As this tragic moment has illustrated, there are risks to our mission in Afghanistan and I want to thank the men and women still serving there for their unwavering commitment to their mission in spite of these risks. As a country we stand proudly behind you.”

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