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Public events for February 9, 2007

February 7, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Public event for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Saturday, February 9th is:

Québec, Québec

9:30 a.m. – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will attend the Calgary Stampede Flapjack Breakfast at Carnaval de Québec. He will be joined by the Minister of Canadian Heritage, Status of Women and Official Languages, Josée Verner, the Minister of Transport, Infrastructure and Communities, Lawrence Cannon, the Minister of Industry, Jim Prentice, members of the Québec Caucus, the Mayor of Quebec city, Regis Labeaume and Bonhomme.

Place d'Youville
Corner of St-Jean and d'Youville
Québec, QC
G1R 3P1

*Photo Opportunity Only*

Note: Members of the media will need proper ID to be accredited.

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PRIME MINISTER STEPHEN HARPER ISSUES GREETING TO MARK VIETNAMESE NEW YEAR

February 7, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following greeting to all Vietnamese Canadians celebrating the New Year:

"Kinh chao quy vi,

I am pleased to extend my warmest personal greetings to all the members of the Vietnamese community in Canada as you celebrate the Vietnamese New Year, Tết Nguyên Đán.

The Year of the Rat will be ushered in with celebrations in Vietnamese homes and communities across the country and there is much to celebrate. The Vietnamese community is a significant part of the Canadian cultural landscape and we are grateful for your contributions to our great nation.

With admirable strength and determination, Vietnamese Canadians have laid a strong foundation in our country by establishing successful businesses and carving out prominent roles in Canadian society. Across our nation, Vietnamese Canadians are helping build a better Canada – a country we are all proud to call home.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, please accept my best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Rat.

Chuc mung nam moi."

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PRIME MINISTER STEPHEN HARPER ISSUES GREETING TO MARK THE CHINESE NEW YEAR

February 7, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following greeting to all Chinese Canadians celebrating the New Year:

"Ni hao,

I am pleased to extend my warmest personal greetings to members of the Chinese community in Canada as you celebrate the Chinese New Year.

The Year of the Rat will be ushered in with celebrations across the country. In fact, the Chinese community is such an integral part of the Canadian cultural landscape that the new year is proudly celebrated with major public festivities in cities nationwide.

Chinese Canadians have a prominent place in our nation's history and cultural heritage. From the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway, to the development of vibrant Chinese Canadian business communities in all our major cities, Canada has been immeasurably enriched by the contributions of Chinese Canadians.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, please accept my best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Rat!

Gung hei fat choi."

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PRIME MINISTER STEPHEN HARPER ISSUES GREETING TO MARK KOREAN NEW YEAR

February 7, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following greeting to all Korean-Canadians celebrating the New Year:

"An yung ha sae yo.

I am pleased to extend my warmest personal greetings to all members of the Korean community in Canada as you celebrate the Korean New Year.

The Year of the Rat will be ushered in with celebrations across the country and there is a lot to celebrate. Canada is blessed with one of the largest Korean populations in the world and, while the Korean community is relatively new to our country, it has already made notable contributions to Canadian society.

In the arts, sciences, academia, business and numerous other fields, Korean Canadians are making their mark. It's the result of a strong work ethic, an appreciation of the importance of education and a firm belief in the sanctity of the family.

On behalf of the Government of Canada, please accept my best wishes for a happy, healthy and prosperous Year of the Rat!

Saehae bok mani badŭseyo."

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