Notice

From the Prime Minister's Web Site (http://www.pm.gc.ca/)

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Public events for August 13-14, 2008

August 11, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Public events for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Wednesday, August 13th and Thursday August 14th, 2008.

Wednesday, August 13

Renews-Cappahayden, Newfoundland

1:45 pm – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will watch the re-enactment of the Signal Hill battle. He will be joined by Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Loyola Hearn and Member of Parliament for Avalon, Fabian Manning.

The Mount,
Main Road,
Renews-Cappahayden, NL

*Photo Opportunity Only*

NOTE: Members of the media will need to present proper accreditation and are encouraged to park at the Regina Mundi Complex

3:00 pm – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will deliver brief remarks at a community celebration marking "Come Home Year" For Renews-Cappahayden, NL. He will be joined by Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Loyola Hearn and Member of Parliament for Avalon, Fabian Manning.

Regina Mundi Complex,
Main Road
Renews-Cappahayden, NL

*Open to Media*

NOTE: Members of the media will need to present proper accreditation.

Thursday, August 14

Cupids, Newfoundland

10:00 am – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will make an announcement regarding the 400th anniversary of Cupids, NL. He will be joined by Minister of Fisheries and Oceans, Loyola Hearn and Member of Parliament for Avalon, Fabian Manning.

Cupids Cultural Centre,
368 Seaforest Dr
Cupids, NL
AOA 2B0

*Open to Media*

NOTE: Members of the media will need to present proper accreditation.

Fredericton, New Brunswick

3:45 pm – Prime Minister Stephan Harper will deliver brief remarks to members of the Conservative Atlantic Caucus in Fredericton, NB.

Holiday Inn Fredericton
35 Mactaquac Road
French Village, NB

*Photo Opportunity Only*

NOTE: Members of the media will need to present proper accreditation.

5:00 pm – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will attend and deliver remarks at a Conservative Party of Canada Members' event and BBQ. He will be joined by members of the Atlantic Caucus.

Delta Fredericton,
225 Woodstock Road,
Fredericton, NB

*Open to Media*

NOTE: Members of the media will need to present proper accreditation.

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Statement

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STATEMENT BY THE PRIME MINISTER OF CANADA ON THE DEATH OF MASTER CORPORAL ERIN DOYLE

August 11, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper issued the following statement today on the death of a Canadian soldier:

"I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the family and friends of Master Corporal Erin Doyle, who died in Afghanistan late last night. I would also like to extend my heartfelt wishes for a prompt recovery to the Canadian soldier who was injured in the same incident. Our thoughts and prayers go out to their loved ones during this very difficult time.

Master Corporal Doyle was killed in the Panjwayi District of Afghanistan when the combat outpost his unit was protecting was attacked by insurgents with rocket propelled grenades and small arms fire.

Master Corporal Doyle was part of a noble mission that is helping create the conditions needed for security, development and the rule of law to take root in Afghanistan. This is a challenging mission, but we stand proudly in support of our brave men and women in uniform who, with our allies, are working to bring stability to a war torn country.

He was an exceptional Canadian and courageous soldier who died while bravely serving his country. He will be remembered with the utmost gratitude and respect of this nation."

Master Corporal Erin Doyle served with the 3rd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry based in Edmonton, Alberta, and was attached to the 2nd Battalion Princess Patricia's Canadian Light Infantry Battle Group.

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Statement

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STATEMENT BY PRIME MINISTER HARPER ON CONFLICT IN GEORGIA

August 11, 2008
Ottawa, Ontario

In a statement released today, Prime Minister Harper condemned Russia's incursions into Georgian territory far beyond South Ossetia, including into already tense Abkhazia.

"Russian and Georgian forces must immediately cease hostilities throughout Georgia and return to their August 6 positions," he said. "Furthermore, in escalating the conflict through its attacks on Georgian towns and cities outside South Ossetia, Russia has ceased to act as a peacekeeper. It is imperative that Russia respects the sovereignty and territorial integrity of Georgia."

Prime Minister Harper added that "Military force will not resolve this dispute. The only viable long-term solution is international mediation and peacekeeping."

Prime Minister Harper added that Canada is working with its international partners to bring this conflict to a close as quickly as possible. He also stated that Canada stands ready to provide humanitarian assistance to those affected by the conflict. The first priority for all sides must be to respect their obligations under international humanitarian law, including the protection of civilians, and facilitate full, safe and unhindered humanitarian access to assist those in need.

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