Statement - Gary Doer - October 23, 2009 

Mr. Merv Tweed (Brandon—Souris, CPC): Mr. Speaker, tomorrow former Manitoba premier, Gary Doer will formally present his papers to the U.S. state department and officially begin work as ambassador.

Before he goes he is in Ottawa to meet with our Cabinet. In the days ahead our government will continue working with our American neighbours as we come together to solve the challenges of the global economic downturn.

We are not out of the woods yet, and it is important that we continue moving forward with stimulus projects on both sides of the border. As well, we must apply the lessons of history and continue to resist protectionist pressures.

Our two countries have had great success in working together in the past, and the clean energy dialogue is another great example of how we can address common problems through a common approach.

On behalf of this House and all Canadians, I would like to extend best wishes and great luck to Ambassador Doer.