Statement

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Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable Edwin Goodman

August 24, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today on the passing of the Honourable Edwin Goodman:

“On behalf of all Canadians, I offer condolences to the family and friends of the Hon. Edwin (Eddie) Goodman, O.C., PC, LL.D. Mr. Goodman dedicated his life to serving his country. His record of achievements, spanning over seven decades reflects the highest standards of patriotism and public service.

“Mr. Goodman, a recipient of the Order of Canada, during his career served as chair of the Royal Ontario Museum, chair and senior partner at Goodmans Law Firm, and co-chair of the 1967 Tory Leadership Convention, to name only a few of his accomplishments.

“Most recently, Prime Minister Mulroney appointed Mr. Goodman to the Security Intelligence Review Committee. Sworn into the Queen’s Privy Council, this appointment reflected the trust Mr. Goodman earned as a decorated soldier in World War II and the many charitable and political roles he undertook with honour and determination.

“My wife Laureen and I extend our deepest sympathies to the family and friends of Mr. Goodman. His memory will live on through them and the many lives he touched during his lifetime.”

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Notice

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Public events for August 25, 2006

August 24, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Public events for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Friday, August 25th are:

1:00 p.m. – Prime Minister Harper will participate in a fire scenario at the Toronto Fire Department Training Center, accompanied by his family (wife Laureen, son Ben – 10yrs, and daughter Rachel – 7yrs).

895 Eastern Avenue
Toronto, ON
*** PHOTO–OP ONLY

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Statement

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Statement by the Prime Minister to mark the 20th anniversary of Rick Hansen's Man in Motion World Tour

August 24, 2006
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today issued the following statement to mark the 20th anniversary of the Man in Motion World Tour:

"Twenty years ago, Rick Hansen embarked on an odyssey that would inspire young people in Canada and the whole world through his courage and determination.

“Canadians remember Rick Hansen's athletic achievement between 1985 and 1987, in which he travelled 40,000 kilometres in a wheelchair, passing through 34 countries and four continents, to raise public awareness of spinal cord injuries, and the potential of persons with disabilities.

“During the Man in Motion World tour, $26 million was raised to support medical research and various initiatives. The tour also helped to break down barriers preventing persons with disabilities from participating fully in society.

“Rick Hansen is a remarkable symbol of perseverance, which can turn dreams into realities, and a model for all Canadians. His dream is still alive, and it still inspires us."

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