Minister Peter Penashue and Minister Alexandre Cloutier hold first bilateral meeting
Ottawa, ON, December 11, 2012 – Peter Penashue, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs and President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada, and Alexandre Cloutier, Québec’s Minister for Canadian Intergovernmental Affairs, the Canadian Francophonie and Sovereignist Governance, held a meeting today in Ottawa.
Ministers Penashue and Cloutier discussed a number of issues of importance to the governments of Canada and Québec, and the ways in which the two governments can continue to work together on common goals.
“Our government’s top priorities are the economy and job creation, and we believe that Quebecers and all Canadians want to see a growing economy and greater prosperity for their families,” said Minister Penashue. “I am happy to have met with Minister Cloutier in person for the first time to talk about how our governments can be partners in delivering on these priorities for Quebecers. I look forward to working and maintaining a dialogue with Minister Cloutier and the government of Québec in the future.”
Minister Penashue extended his congratulations to Minister Cloutier for his appointment to the important Intergovernmental Affairs portfolio, and noted that their first meeting was constructive. The two ministers agreed to speak on a regular basis about issues of common concern.
For further information (media only):
Jonathan McDaniel
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs
and President of the Queen’s Privy Council for Canada
Tel: 613-943-1838