Statement

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

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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada

November 25, 2010
Ottawa, Ontario

Prime Minister Stephen Harper today made the following statement on the decision by Danny Williams to step down as Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador:

"Premier Williams has been a dominating force in Newfoundland and Labrador politics since becoming leader of the Progressive Conservative Party of Newfoundland and Labrador in 2001.

"A tireless champion for the people of Newfoundland and Labrador, Mr. Williams accomplished a great deal in his seven years as Premier.

"His enormous popularity in the province is a tribute to his hard work and commitment, and his very personal connection to the people.

"His caring, devotion and leadership were very much on display in the aftermath of Hurricane Igor when both our governments worked to help Newfoundland and Labrador rebuild after the storm.

"I congratulate Premier Williams for his years of hard work and dedicated public service and I wish him well in his future endeavours."

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Media Advisory

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

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Public events for November 26, 2010

November 25, 2010
Ottawa, Ontario

Public events for Prime Minister Stephen Harper for Friday, November 26th are:

Saint John

11:45 a.m. – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will participate in a roundtable. He will be joined by Keith Ashfield, Minister of National Revenue, Minister of the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Minister for the Atlantic Gateway.

Delta Brunswick Hotel
39 King Street
Saint John, New Brunswick

* Photo opportunity off the top (cameras and photographers only)

NOTES:

• Media are required to present proper identification for accreditation.
• Media should meet in the main lobby of the Delta Brunswick Hotel no later than 11:30 a.m.

Saint John

1:30 p.m. – Prime Minister Stephen Harper will hold a photo opportunity. He will be joined by David Alward, Premier of New Brunswick and Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament for Saint John.

Saint John Port Authority
Marco Polo Cruise Terminal
111 Water Street
Saint John, New Brunswick

* Photo- opportunity only (cameras and photographers only)

NOTE:

• Media are required to present proper identification for accreditation.

Saint John

2:00 p.m. - Prime Minister Stephen Harper will make an announcement. He will be joined by David Alward, Premier of New Brunswick, and Rodney Weston, Member of Parliament for Saint John.

Saint John Port Authority
Marco Polo Cruise Terminal
111 Water Street
Saint John, New Brunswick

*Open to media

NOTE:

• Media are required to present proper identification for accreditation.

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