Plaque honours shared history with Québec
June 1, 2008 11:53 AM
Ontario Commemorates Québec City's 400th Anniversary
Ontario is presenting a plaque to commemorate the 400th anniversary of the
founding of Québec City.
Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty presented the gift to honour the province's historic friendship with Québec. It was presented on the occasion of the first-ever joint Cabinet meeting of both governments. The plaque will be permanently installed on the promenade des Premiers-Ministres, located next to the National Assembly.
Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty presented the gift to honour the province's historic friendship with Québec. It was presented on the occasion of the first-ever joint Cabinet meeting of both governments. The plaque will be permanently installed on the promenade des Premiers-Ministres, located next to the National Assembly.
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"Our provinces have a history of cooperation and friendship. We will continue to be strong partners in a prosperous Canada."
– Dalton McGuinty
Premier of Ontario
"Québec is proud to host this historic joint Cabinet meeting. Today's plaque unveiling is a tangible symbol of Ontario's and Québec's commitment to strengthening the positive relationship our provinces enjoy."
– Jean Charest
Premier of Québec
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