Paul Martin Quotes (68 Quotes)

At a moment that comes rarely in the life of a country. It is a time when destiny is ours to hold.

Today we sit down on the same side of the table, as partners. We have taken our rightful places,

Have you ever, on a cloudless night, looked down from a passing aircraft flying over Canada? Endless, glowing strings of cities, towns, and homesteads. Stretching on and on, one province to the next. With only the stars in the distance.

It's not emotional to state the facts, and the facts are that when you sign an agreement you should live up to its terms.

As the relief effort becomes more organized, short-term needs are effectively addressed and it is crucial that the world turn its attention to assisting in long-term reconstruction,

A decade ago it was Mike Harris today it's Stephen Harper. It was the wrong way to build a society in 1995 it is still the wrong way to build a society today.

The work of Mr. Wiesenthal and the organization that bears his name has had a significant influence on Canada and has contributed to the creation of our own War Crimes Program, designed to examine all allegations concerning the presence in Canada of suspected war criminals from either the World War II era or more recent conflicts. Canada stands with others to acknowledge the immeasurable contribution this man has made to the fight against impunity and for accountability for the most serious crimes. The Simon Wiesenthal Center, including its Toronto office, the Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center for Holocaust Studies, will ensure that his voice continues to be heard.

Yes, I did a tough speech. But it had to be said, it had to be done. We are close friends, and you've got to be able to tell your close friends the truth.

The WTO decision is largely irrelevant to this, ... The fact is, that what we are talking about are NAFTA rules, NAFTA panels, which we have won consistently.

No matter the era, it seems that children always want to grow up to be police officers - to wear the uniform, enforce the law, catch the criminal. There's a timeless appeal to this impulse. It reflects a young mind's growing understanding of right and wrong. It reflects a young heart's yearning to keep people safe and families whole.

Thanking Smith's family on behalf of a grateful and indebted nation, ... deeply saddened by the passing of a true Canadian hero.

stood for courage and resolve at a time of great need.

The water doesn't cause the trees to die this time of year. When they're dormant in the middle of winter it doesn't really damage the trees that much. Every flood is different, every winter is different.

I am disappointed at losing that late goal but we will survive in this division if we continue in that kind of form. But our lads need to believe in themselves a bit more.

The facts are plain: Religious leaders who preside over marriage ceremonies must and will be guided by what they believe. If they do not wish to celebrate marriages for same-sex couples, that is their right. The Supreme Court says so. And the Charter says so.

I bet they did (doubt the Devils) at the beginning of the year when we were struggling. They probably felt we weren't going to be a contender come playoff time.

the importance of fulfilling the terms of NAFTA.

an unspeakable attack on the innocent.

They are giving all these young guys an opportunity to step up. They've seen us play in the past, they know what type of players we all are and that's why we're here.

so that the benefits of growth will reach all citizens in an equitable way.

Canada was built by neighbors helping neighbors in times of crisis. That doesn't apply just within our borders,

Eddie especially was first class and gave them no end of problems. This was a tremendous victory and shows how much this side has underachieved this season.

When I established this inquiry, I didn't know what its investigation would uncover. But I knew that our country needed a full, fair and independent determination of the facts - not hearsay, not partisan allegations, but the facts. And that's what this report has delivered.

Canada has put in close to 300 million in terms of the reconstruction of Iraq. We have troops in Afghanistan and are carrying a very, very heavy load in that country,

deep commitment to Parliament as a fundamental institution of Canadian democracy.

Five minutes after I leave you, you have to keep getting the vote out.

The child-care agreement will happen and will have a significant effect on the success of our nation ..., the cities and communities agreement will be a change for the better ... and the health-care accord will lead to a strengthened health-care system.

I really think Canada should get over to Iraq as quickly as possible.

clearly aimed at innocent civilians.

That's our job description with Marty. If he sees the puck, he's going to make the first save. Then we have to make sure we get our sticks on the guys so they don't get the rebounds. That's an easy job to have.

Canada is our country. It belongs to us and we belong to it. Let us join together, in our time, and make history once again.

A true gentleman, it was impossible to not be impressed by the dignified way in which the Premier expressed the position of Nova Scotia and promoted the interests of all of Canada in our many discussions.

If we do not step forward, then we step back. If we do not protect a right, then we deny it.

When he was a sophomore, he was this big but quiet kid who had a lot of ability. His biggest improvement has been his leadership. He's like a father figure out there. The guys turn to him and look for advice.

The achievements we forge in this place and in our nation will not be those of one person or one party.

Abbas when he was here in Canada and in subsequent conversations asked us specifically to do this.

The main goal in any criminal statute is to produce what's best for the victim. And sometimes, a mandatory minimum doesn't accomplish that.

blame for carelessness or misconduct.

Now we must begin the hard work together.

I stated unequivocally that comments such as that are not acceptable and that violence against women is also a blight that besmirches all humanity.

We have played better than our results suggest. This is our fourth game out of six away from home and we are looking forward to a run of home games coming up.

It's better than it was 10 years ago, but there still isn't enough being done. We'll be testing them. We'll be sending other people through.

There are a large number of Canadians who are on their way down there to help.

Certainly I feel very proud of what we've left. This country clearly has the wind in its sails.

For years governments have been promising more than they can deliver, and delivering more than they can afford.

As we have seen, members do switch political parties when they feel their values are no longer welcome in the party they ran in.

dark chapter in our history.

I cannot disguise our profound disappointment that we were not able to agree at this summit on all of the elements required to make it operational,

Our veterans connect generations and Canadians. As a country and as individuals, we gain in pride and in purpose from their deeds and their service.

I could not be more optimistic about the future of this country.