Wayne Easter on Foreign Affairs

In the House of Commons on October 8th, 2003. See this statement in context.

Foreign AffairsOral Question Period

October 8th, 2003 / 2:30 p.m.

Malpeque P.E.I.

Liberal

Wayne Easter LiberalSolicitor General of Canada

Mr. Speaker, I think I heard that question coming from the rump over there in the corner.

This is a very serious matter. We recognize that. We have talked to the RCMP extensively. I have said to Canadians and to the foreign affairs committee that we do not talk about operational matters within the RCMP.

I have outlined very clearly that the RCMP was not involved in the decision by United States authorities to arrest and deport Mr. Arar.

Could I be more clearer? I could not.

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