In the House of Commons on May 6th, 2013. See this statement in context.
Government AdvertisingOral Questions
Parry Sound—Muskoka Ontario
Conservative
Tony Clement ConservativePresident of the Treasury Board and Minister for the Federal Economic Development Initiative for Northern Ontario
Mr. Speaker, as I have already indicated, advertising is an essential means for informing Canadians about important issues, such as temporary stimulus measures, tax credits and public health issues.
We have been very clear. It is an essential part of any government's job to communicate to the public. This represents 0.3% of government spending.
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