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Statement by the Prime Minister of Canada on the 105th Grey Cup

November 26, 2017
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement congratulating the Toronto Argonauts on winning the 105^thGrey Cup:

“On behalf of all Canadians, I congratulate the Toronto Argonauts on winning the 105^th Grey Cup over the Calgary Stampeders in Ottawa, Ontario.

"What better way to celebrate Canada 150 than coming together on a crisp and snowy night in the nation's capital to watch the Grey Cup.

“The Grey Cup is one of Canada’s favourite traditions, and the pinnacle of Canadian football. It has been part of Canadian sports since 1909, when Governor General Earl Grey donated the first Grey Cup to the Canadian Football League.

“I congratulate the City of Ottawa and the RNation for hosting the 105^th Grey Cup. I also thank both teams and the Canadian Football League for another memorable year and all they do to unite Canadians around sports.”

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

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Prime Minister to strengthen bilateral and commercial ties on trip to China

November 26, 2017
Ottawa, Ontario

The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced that he will travel to China from December 3 to 7, 2017.

The Government of Canada remains committed to a stronger relationship between Canada and China – one that strengthens and grows the middle class, and is based on regular, frank, and comprehensive dialogue, including on issues like good governance, human rights, and the rule of law.

During the trip, the Prime Minister will meet with Chinese government and business leaders to build on the progress that the two countries have made since the Prime Minister’s first official visit to China in September 2016.

Prime Minister Trudeau will promote a progressive trade agenda and tourism initiatives that will create good, middle class jobs and more opportunities for people in both countries. He will also highlight the considerable potential for Canada and China to strengthen their cooperation on climate action, and lead the global effort to combat climate change.

Prime Minister Trudeau will begin his visit in Beijing where he will be officially welcomed at the Great Hall of the People and meet with His Excellency Li Keqiang, Premier of the State Council of the People’s Republic of China. He will also meet with His Excellency, Chairman Zhang Dejiang of the Standing Committee of the National People’s Congress, and His Excellency, President Xi Jinping of China.

The Prime Minister will then head to the city of Guangzhou where he will meet with Li Xi, Party Secretary of the Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Communist Party of China. He will then deliver the keynote address at a special session of the Fortune Global Forum, and hold several meetings with global business leaders to discuss ways to increase trade and attract international investments to Canada.

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“A strong relationship with China is essential to creating jobs, strengthening the middle class, and growing the Canadian economy. A closer relationship also means more opportunity to hold regular, frank dialogue on human rights issues like good governance, freedom of speech, and the rule of law. As we approach the Canada-China Year of Tourism in 2018, I look forward to meeting again with China’s leaders to strengthen our relationship and set the stage for even greater trade and investment cooperation.”
— The Rt. Hon. Justin Trudeau, Prime Minister of Canada

Quick Facts

• Prime Minister Justin Trudeau undertook his first official visit to China from August 30 to September 6, 2016, when he also participated in the G20 Leaders’ Summit in Hangzhou.
• China is Canada’s second-largest trading partner, largest and fastest growing source market for international students, and third-largest source of tourists.
• Canada’s merchandise exports to China were almost $21 billion in 2016, an increase of four per cent over 2015, with top exports being forest and agricultural products, copper and iron ores, and motor vehicles.
• In 2016, Canada and China agreed to make 2018 the Canada-China Year of Tourism, which includes initiatives to increase the flow of tourists and promote cultural activities.

Associated Link

• Canada-China Relations
• Itinerary for Monday, November 27, 2017
  
  November 26, 2017
  Ottawa, Ontario
  
  
  Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Monday, November 27, 2017:
  Toronto, Ontario
  10:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will meet with Klaus Schwab.
  Closed to media
  11:30 a.m. The Prime Minister will attend the Caring & Sharing Children’s Christmas Gala and deliver remarks.
  Liberty Grand Entertainment Complex
  25 British Columbia Road
  Notes for media:
  • Open coverage
  • Media are asked to arrive at the North East entrance by 11 a.m.
  1:35 p.m. The Prime Minister will participate in an armchair discussion with CBC’s Matt Galloway at the Maytree and Caledon Institute of Social Policy conference, Looking Ahead: Preparing for the Next 25 Years.
  Desautels Hall
  Rotman School of Management
  University of Toronto
  Notes for media:
• Open coverage
• Media are asked to arrive no later than 1 p.m.
• Prime Minister of Canada denounces migrant slave trade in Libya
  
  November 26, 2017
  Ottawa, Ontario
  
  
  The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the migrant slave trade in Libya:
  “Canada condemns the migrant slave trade taking place in Libya. The targeting of desperate migrants from Africa – vulnerable children, women, and men struggling to find a home and a place of rest – is abhorrent and despicable.
  “Canada will not stay silent in the face of such inhumane atrocities. While it is clear that the Libyan Government is investigating this horrific injustice, and humanitarian organizations have launched efforts to help the victims, more must be done to address the situation.
  “We again call on all United Nations member states to implement and respect the Protocol to Prevent, Suppress and Punish Trafficking, Especially Women and Children. We must work together to recognize and protect the human rights and dignity of all people.
  “The international community must take action to end the exploitation and trafficking of innocent people. Canada will continue its work to eradicate human trafficking and support all international efforts to bring those who prey on vulnerable people to justice.”
• Reminder - Itinerary for Sunday, November 26, 2017
  
  November 25, 2017
  Ottawa, Ontario
  
  
  Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Sunday, November 26, 2017:
  Ottawa, Ontario
  4:30 p.m. The Prime Minister and his family will attend the Canadian Football League’s 105^th edition of the Grey Cup Championship Game.
  TD Place, Lansdowne Stadium
  1015 Bank Street
  Media appearances
  • A brief interview with the Prime Minister will air at 5:07 p.m. during the Grey Cup Pre-Game Show on TSN.
  • A brief interview with the Prime Minister will air at 5:22 p.m. during L'avant-match de la Coupe Grey on RDS.
  • Itinerary for Sunday, November 26, 2017
    
    November 25, 2017
    Ottawa, Ontario
    
    
    Itinerary for the Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, for Sunday, November 26, 2017:
    Ottawa, Ontario
    4:30 p.m. The Prime Minister and his family will attend the Canadian Football League’s 105^th edition of the Grey Cup Championship Game.
    TD Place, Lansdowne Stadium
    1015 Bank Street
    Media appearances
    • A brief interview with the Prime Minister will air at 5:07 p.m. during the Grey Cup Pre-Game Show on TSN.
    • A brief interview with the Prime Minister will air at 5:22 p.m. during L'avant-match de la Coupe Grey on RDS.