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Canada’s Global Economic Leadership
June 21, 2010
By Paul K.P. Wong
 The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism. |
The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism released the news on Monday, June 21, 2010 8:53 AM. Canada is leading the world in the global economic recovery, said the Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance, who is in New York today to release a report charting Canada’s strong economic and fiscal record as compared to other industrialized nations. To complement Minister Flaherty’s event, the Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism and the Honourable Christian Paradis, Minister of Natural Resources, are also releasing the same report in London, England, and in Beijing, China, today.
Jim Flaherty said that Canada is leading the world recovery with an economic and fiscal record that is stronger than other industrialized nations. Canada’s Global Economic Leadership: A Report to Canadians demonstrates Canada is far advanced on the key priorities facing G-20 leaders, including fiscal consolidation, trade liberalization and financial sector reform.
He stated, “Our Government has responded to the recession with the right policies to stimulate the economy and create jobs. We have lowered taxes, invested in infrastructure and training, and boosted support for workers and families. We are creating more and better jobs today and for the future. Our financial system has served as a model for reforms, and our fiscal situation is the envy of countries facing crippling deficits.”
Canada’s international economic leadership is evident. As the PC government is well prepared to host the international events -- the G-8 and G-20 summits. Canada will have a great economic story to tell, and can capitalize on it.