EMM News Explorer: Tony Clement

[-said]: We'll be there to answer, I'll be there to answer. I think we're busy arranging that in the days ahead so it will be happening relatively quickly and I look forward to that opportunity,

CBC 28-SEP-11

[-said]: With respect to the so-called new revelations, there's actually nothing new in these allegations, there's no new material or there's no new evidence,

CBC 28-SEP-11

[responds:]: Is it possible to go ahead with the steel purchase order without making an official announcement to that effect? Otherwise I will be put in an uncomfortable position.

CBC 27-SEP-11

[-responded]: Bullcrap. That's the RCMP's agenda, not ours …don't talk to media until we talk & get our lines converged,

CBC 27-SEP-11

[ said]: The Government of Canada is pleased to invest in two projects that will help create new jobs and increase capacity in highly competitive business sectors in the Yukon,

gc 29-AUG-11

[ said]: The Government has received a mandate from Canadians to eliminate the deficit, keep taxes low and continue creating jobs for Canadians,

gc 29-AUG-11

[-said]: When there are staff reductions, first of all those decisions are not taken lightly, because we are dealing with human beings and families and we know that this is sometimes a challenging time when these decisions are made for those individuals,

peopledaily 05-AUG-11

[ added]: The Government has declared 2011 the Year of the Entrepreneur to help increase public awareness of the important role played by small businesses,

finanznachrichten 03-AUG-11

[ said]: The people of Deer Lake, Cat Lake, Fort Hope, Sandy Lake and Keewaywin can rest assured that our Government is working closely with the province and affected communities to keep them safe,

gc 20-JUL-11

[-has asked]: We think it is reasonable. We should not, and we will not, compromise Canadians' health and safety in the decisions that are going to be made. Because that would make no sense. Why would we want to compromise Canadians' health and safety?

montrealgazette 07-JUL-11

[ said]: When somebody issues a complaint, they have an obligation to interview the complainant,

montrealgazette 23-JUN-11

[-told]: This has been revealed to be a PR stunt by her and by the Liberals,

montrealgazette 23-JUN-11

[-said]: I would say there are more [layoffs] coming, yes,

CBC 21-JUN-11

[-said]: You're putting words in my mouth right now,

CBC 21-JUN-11

[-said]: The strategic review has to go through a process of identifying potential layoffs and informing those individuals. I'm not going to do it by informing the media. The individuals in question should get the notice first,

CBC 21-JUN-11

[-told]: I can't put a number on it until individuals are notified.

CBC 21-JUN-11

[-said]: That would be reckless ... And that's not our government,

CBC 21-JUN-11

[-says that]: just sit back and take it.

montrealgazette 18-JUN-11

[says that:]: on average 11,000 public servants retire each year. The government feels it can accomplish some changes to labour levels through this regular process. . . . We want to give departments the latitude — and freedom — to think outside the box, to be creative, and to re-imagine their business models.

montrealgazette 18-JUN-11

[ said]: Canada has the best public service in the world,

gc 14-JUN-11

[ noted]: Due in large part to the hard work and dedication of Canada's public service, Canada is emerging from the global recession as one of the world's top-performing advanced economies,

gc 14-JUN-11

[-told]: Well, look, we're just starting the Strategic and Operating Review and obviously that'll be the go-forward way by which we make sure that departments spend within their means and that any targets they have that the government gives them in order to get to the balanced budget one year early,

montrealgazette 14-JUN-11

[ said]: The Public Service of Canada is a vital national institution that has a crucial role in positioning Canada for success in today’s global economy,

gc 13-JUN-11

[ said]: Canada is emerging from the global recession as one of the world's top-performing advanced economies,

gc 09-JUN-11

[-said]: Should we still be doing this — and doing it this way? Does it have to be delivered by this organization? Why does it cost as much as it does? Can we find savings? Is it achieving the expected results efficiently? Is this a government priority, and is it affordable during a period of fiscal restraint? Are we achieving value for money?

montrealgazette 09-JUN-11

[ said]: There's no mystery here,

CBC 09-JUN-11

[ wrote]: Well, well,

theglobeandmail 09-JUN-11

[-says]: So we are looking to work smarter, better, and faster.

CBC 09-JUN-11

[-said]: We are encouraging departments to develop a full range of options in areas such as administrative and program efficiencies, business consolidation and user fees. Some of this may require legislative or machinery changes,

CBC 09-JUN-11

[said:]: failure is not an option

montrealgazette 21-MAY-11

[-says]: Now the message is completely different. They're clearly saying there will be cuts, not just to the number of positions. They're talking about axing programs.

montrealgazette 21-MAY-11

[-said]: Failure is not an option because that was a specific promise during the campaign.

montrealgazette 20-MAY-11

[-said]: Some programs that may have been excellent 30 years ago and served a purpose 30 years ago may not be appropriate and may not be the best way to expend public resources in this day and age,

montrealgazette 20-MAY-11

[said that:]: every dollar

montrealgazette 11-MAY-11

[-told]: I have not closed the door to it, but there would have to be additional consultations on that issue,

montrealgazette 07-MAY-11

[ said]: My thinking is that this bill — in whatever form it takes — is critical to my overarching vision on the digital-economy strategy, because you've got to have the right safeguards in place if people are going to feel comfortable participating in the online environment. So this is not just an add-on or an afterthought,

montrealgazette 07-MAY-11

[-acknowledged]: They just seem to be getting bigger and bigger.

montrealgazette 07-MAY-11

[-said]: At no time were any decisions made by Joseph Klein (general manager of the Deerhurst resort), Claude Doughty (mayor of Huntsville,) or me with regard to infrastructure funding and I am confident the final report will reflect this truth,

TorontoStar 12-APR-11

[-told]: It's pure politics. He hasn't seen the books, yet he's promising funds without going through the process that was put in place to protect Canadian taxpayers,

montrealgazette 04-APR-11

[-told]: The federal government understands the intrinsic value of the potash industry to the country and to the people of Canada,

montrealgazette 01-APR-11

[wrote:]: I’m not impressed.

theglobeandmail 29-MAR-11

[ said]: Through investments like this one in Ultra, our government is not only helping Canada reach the forefront of the international aerospace and defence industry but also supporting the hardworking men and women who make it what it is today,

earthtimes 25-MAR-11

[ said]: Our government's top priority is the economy,

earthtimes 16-MAR-11

[ added]: I look at it from the factors found in the Investment Canada Act. That's what I am required to examine and that' s what I will be doing. This is about net benefit to Canada. That' s what I have to determine,

peopledaily 10-MAR-11

[ said]: They are going to put forward their opinion ... (but) we will do our research,

peopledaily 10-MAR-11

[ said]: They are going to put forward their opinion … [but] we will do our research,

CBC 09-MAR-11

[ said]: NSERC continues to be a leader in the support of discovery sciences through its funding of university-based research that benefits all Canadians,

earthtimes 09-MAR-11

[ said]: I am pleased to welcome Ms. Dybenko to this new role,

earthtimes 07-MAR-11

[ said]: Mr. MacNaughton's leadership has helped the BDC-and entrepreneurs alike-meet new and greater demands, particularly throughout the global economic recession,

earthtimes 07-MAR-11

[-told]: We need to make sure government telecommunications policies encourage investment and competition, increase consumer choice, minimize regulation and allow market forces to prevail. These are our policies and this is our focus,

CBC 02-MAR-11

[-said]: If such a decision were allowed to stand, the effects are far-reaching, not only for consumers, but for entrepreneurs, creators, innovators and small businesses throughout the country,

CBC 02-MAR-11

[said:]: many new and innovative businesses

news 02-MAR-11

[ said]: Our government is supporting Canadian companies that invest in research and development to bring new ideas to the marketplace, creating new jobs and strengthening our economy,

gc 01-MAR-11

[ said]: The Huntsville Festival of the Arts plays an important role in the cultural life of the community and is a highly anticipated yearly event,

gc 22-FEB-11

[promised:]: clarity

theglobeandmail 14-FEB-11

[ said]: Our government is committed to developing, attracting and retaining the world's best researchers here in Canada,

earthtimes 14-FEB-11

[-said]: I can confirm that this transaction is subject to review under the Investment Canada Act,

CBC 11-FEB-11

[-said]: I think Tony wants to bring legislation before the Parliament.

CBC 05-FEB-11

[-said]: That spectrum has been allocated to new entrants like Globalive, and like Mobility, and like Quebecor, and like Shaw, and they are entering the marketplace and competing head-to-head with the incumbent providers. That, I think, has been a success and quite frankly, I think we need to see more of this.

CBC 05-FEB-11

[-said]: Max isn't making that announcement. Tony will be making that announcement,

CBC 05-FEB-11

[-said]: On the issue of adding competition, [Bernier] is right, and that's what we've done over the last two years. As industry minister, I've been able to oversee the reserving of spectrum for new entrants,

CBC 05-FEB-11

[ said]: Our government's investments in research and training facilities at campuses across the country have created jobs and helped our economy recover quickly and improve the quality of life for Canadians,

earthtimes 04-FEB-11

[-told]: that usage-based billing is a legitimate principle for pricing Internet services.

nst 04-FEB-11

[responded:]: True. CRTC must go back to the drawing board.

[-wrote]: True. CRTC must go back to the drawing board,

reuters 03-FEB-11

[replied:]: True. CRTC must go back to drawing board.

CBC 03-FEB-11

[-said]: This is a very important issue for consumers, for small business, and for innovators,

CBC 01-FEB-11

[-said]: So really, this is not to denigrate Pride week at all and its impact on the economy of Toronto, but it is also trying to help some other fairs and festivals that aspire to international leadership as well,

CBC 23-JAN-11

[ said]: Our government is pleased to be able to support the inventive work going on at PharmaTrust,

earthtimes 21-JAN-11

[ said]: In April of 2009, our government made the difficult decision to join the Obama Administration in loaning support to Chrysler through a necessary restructuring phase. Today we are seeing encouraging signs that this was the right decision,

earthtimes 18-JAN-11

[ said]: For many young Canadians, making the transition to the job market is a challenge, especially in today’s environment,

gc 17-JAN-11

[ said]: On behalf of the Harper Government, I am pleased to announce this investment in one of Quebec's leading aerospace firms,

earthtimes 13-JAN-11

[ said]: With economic recovery still fragile, the hard-working men and women in Canada's aerospace sector can rest assured that the Harper Government is on their side,

earthtimes 13-JAN-11

[ said]: For many young Canadians, making the transition to the job market is a challenge, especially in today's environment,

gc 10-JAN-11

[ said]: Your commitment to excellence is evident in the success of the Sounds on the Bay,

gc 20-DEC-10

[ said]: Governments are elected to make laws in the best interest of all Canadians, and that's what our government is doing with eight of our bills receiving Royal Assent today,

earthtimes 16-DEC-10

[ said]: Dr. Alper's leadership has contributed to the Council's success in providing sound advice to the government on science and technology-related matters, as seen in its State of the Nation report,

earthtimes 16-DEC-10

[ said]: Governments are elected to make laws in the best interest of all Canadians, and that’s what our government is doing with eight of our bills receiving Royal Assent today,

gc 16-DEC-10

[ said]: While our government has made some important progress, there is still much more to be done before the current session of Parliament ends,

earthtimes 16-DEC-10

[-said]: I seriously question the sources talking to Mr. Mandryk, because so much of his innuendo, rumour and misinformation is so far off it really does a disservice to the Canadian public,

CBC 15-DEC-10

[-said that]: because the story mentioned was filled with false facts.

CBC 15-DEC-10

[ said]: The investment is creating jobs and strengthening Canada's economy,

peopledaily 14-DEC-10

[ said]: On behalf of the Harper Government, I am pleased to announce this major investment, which is creating jobs and strengthening Canada's economy,

gc 13-DEC-10

[ said]: Our government is committed to helping create high-quality, well-paying jobs for the men and women of our aerospace workforce across the country,

earthtimes 08-DEC-10

[ said]: Our government understands that an innovative society and economy depend on creative thinkers whose potential is encouraged and supported,

gc 06-DEC-10

[said that:]: Governments are doing their part. Universities are doing their part. Where’s business? When is business going to do its part?

irishsun 30-NOV-10

[ said]: A healthy automotive industry is a critical part of the Canadian economy. It provides opportunities to our skilled workforce and significant economic benefits to Canada,

CBC 30-NOV-10

[ said]: A healthy automotive industry is a critical part of the Canadian economy. It provides opportunities to our skilled work force and significant economic benefits to Canada,

theglobeandmail 30-NOV-10

[-said]: We need more Canadian sex stories,

irish 24-NOV-10

[ said]: The Harper government has a clear vision of what Canada can achieve,

gc 23-NOV-10

[-said]: These consultations will continue as we proceed with our discussions on the 700 MHz spectrum,

theglobeandmail 22-NOV-10

[ said]: Canada's participation in the Joint Strike Fighter program is yielding high-quality opportunities for companies and producing strong economic results across the country, with even more to come,

earthtimes 18-NOV-10

[ said]: In this time of economic recovery, our government remains committed to our policy of promoting a freer flow of capital, ideas and people between Canada and our hemispheric partners,

gc 18-NOV-10

[-said]: I wouldn't make a mountain out of a molehill out of this, but at the same time to make sure everybody knows what the rules of the game are we are going to be providing more clarity,

irishsun 17-NOV-10

[-said]: What I'm proposing to do (is) to give the international investment community a little bit more of a window into how these factors are assessed to determine whether it it likely to be of net benefit to Canada,

irishsun 17-NOV-10

[-said]: Under the Investment Canada Act (ICA), this terminates the review process because there is no longer a transaction to review.

china 15-NOV-10

[-said]: I think that when you have a law in place … to be considered for foreign investment, it stands to reason that in many cases those foreign investments would be approved, but there may be some cases where they would not be approved and I think foreign investors understand that,

CBC 15-NOV-10

[-said]: Our government recognises, however, that there may be ways to improve the review process,

thetimes 15-NOV-10

[-said]: Our government recognizes, however, that there may be ways to improve the review process,

economictimes 15-NOV-10

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