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Conservative Leader Comments Ahead of Dinner for Joe Biden – March 24, 2023
In Ottawa, Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre speaks briefly with reporters ahead of a gala dinner to mark Joe Biden’s first official visit to Canada as U.S. president.
Gala Dinner for U.S. President Joe Biden in Ottawa – March 24, 2023
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau host a gala dinner for U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum as the president concludes his official visit to Canada. Biden held meetings with the prime minister and Governor General Mary Simon, and also addressed Parliament during his short two-day visit to the nation's capital.
Quebec Premier François Legault Glad to See Roxham Road Closing
During a press conference in Montreal, Quebec Premier François Legault comments the announcement made by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and American President Joe Biden concerning the modernization of the Safe Third Country Agreement and the closure of Roxham Road. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre Discusses His Meeting with U.S. President
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre speaks with reporters about his meeting with Joe Biden as he makes his first official visit to Canada as president of the United States. The Conservative leader says he raised cooperating further on North American Aerospace Defence Command (NORAD), ending softwood tariffs, getting an exemption for Canada on “Buy America" rules, and removing vaccine mandates for Canadians crossing into the United States. He faces questions from reporters about Canada's deal with the U.S. to change the application of the Safe Third Country Agreement to address irregular border crossings such as Roxham Road in Quebec. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
PM Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Joe Biden on Border Agreement, Haiti
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Joe Biden hold a joint news conference in Ottawa as Biden makes his first official visit to Canada since taking office in 2021. His two-day visit included an address to Parliament in the House of Commons. The two leaders respond to questions from reporters on the new border deal between the two countries to change the application of the Safe Third Country Agreement to address irregular border crossings such as Roxham Road in Quebec. They also comment on the steps needed to address the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Haiti. Prime Minister Trudeau also outlines Canadian concerns around the U.S. Inflation Reduction Act. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
Industry Minister Comments Following U.S President Biden's Address to Parliament
Industry Minister François-Philippe Champagne speaks with reporters following U.S President Joe Biden's address to Parliament. He comments on Biden’s joint pledge with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to become less dependent on other countries for critical minerals and semiconductors. The minister is asked about the presence of Michael Spavor and Michael Kovrig in the gallery of the House of Commons for the president's speech, and about alleged foreign interference in Canada. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
U.S. President Joe Biden Addresses Parliament – March 24, 2023
U.S. President Joe Biden delivers an address to Parliament in the House of Commons chamber during his first official visit to Canada since taking office in 2021. Biden is the eighth American president to address the Parliament of Canada, and the first since Barack Obama made his speech on June 29, 2016. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, Senate Speaker George Furey and House of Commons Speaker Anthony Rota also make remarks.
Jean Chrétien Comments as U.S President Joe Biden Visits Canada
Former prime minister Jean Chrétien speaks with reporters ahead of Joe Biden's address to Parliament. This is the American president's first official visit to Canada since taking office in 2021. Chrétien is asked about the state of Canada-U.S. relations, the response to the ongoing crisis in Haiti, and alleged foreign interference in Canadian elections. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
PM Justin Trudeau and U.S. President Joe Biden Meet on Parliament Hill
The speakers of the Senate and the House of Commons and federal party leaders are among those taking part in an official ceremony on Parliament Hill welcoming U.S. President Joe Biden to Ottawa for his two-day official visit. Following the ceremony, Biden meets with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and members of the cabinet. This is the American president's first official trip to Canada since taking office in 2021. He is also addressing Parliament during his visit to the nation's capital. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
U.S. President Joe Biden Visits Canada – March 24, 2023
Michael Serapio hosts CPAC's in-depth coverage of U.S. President Joe Biden's first official visit to Canada since taking office in 2021. The American president is holding meetings with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his cabinet, and addressing Parliament during his two-day visit to Ottawa.
House of Commons Proceedings
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and Jill Biden Visit the National Gallery of Canada
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and Jill Biden visit the National Gallery of Canada in Ottawa, where they view an exhibit celebrating female Canadian artists. The American first lady is accompanying her husband Joe Biden in the nation's capital as he makes his first official visit to Canada as president of the United States. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and Jill Biden Visit Curling Club in Ottawa
Sophie Grégoire Trudeau and Jill Biden meet with youth participating in a curling program in Ottawa and host a discussion on youth wellness and mental health. The American first lady is accompanying her husband Joe Biden in the nation's capital as he makes his first official visit to Canada as president of the United States. (March 24, 2023) (no interpretation)
The Trudeaus Meet with the Bidens in Ottawa – March 23, 2023
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his wife Sophie Grégoire Trudeau host U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden for a private gathering at Trudeau's residence at Rideau Cottage. The American president is visiting the nation's capital for his first official trip to Canada since taking office in 2021. (no interpretation)
U.S. President Joe Biden Arrives in Ottawa – March 23, 2023
U.S. President Joe Biden and First Lady Jill Biden arrive in Ottawa for a two-day visit. He is welcomed by Governor General Mary Simon and other dignitaries. This is the U.S. president's first official trip to Canada since taking office. Biden is scheduled to meet with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and address Parliament during his visit to the nation's capital. (no interpretation)
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