This release was issued under a previous government.
”Mr. Flaherty was a dedicated public servant for all Canadians, having served with distinction at the provincial and federal levels. The fact that he was Prime Minister Harper’s only finance minister up until his resignation last month is a testament to Mr. Flaherty’s talent and dedication. He truly exemplified what it means to be a public servant. My thoughts and prayers go out to Mr. Flaherty’s family.”
“I was shocked and saddened to hear of the passing of my colleague and friend, Jim Flaherty. I enjoyed our many candid conversations over the years. It was truly an honour to serve as his counterpart in government. He was a tenacious politician with strong convictions and values. It was always clear to me that Mr. Flaherty was first and foremost committed to serving Canadians and doing what was best for Canada. He was a man who touched the lives of many who knew him and someone who went above and beyond in his service to this country. For that we should all be grateful.”