The responsibility of a minister is to step aside when there is a criminal investigation of the department. That protects the propriety of Parliament and of responsible government.

Always have a dream that will outlast your lifetime.

Cherish every moment with those you love at every stage of your journey.

So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we’ll change the world.

Remember our proud history of social justice, universal health care, public pensions and making sure no one is left behind. Let's continue to move forward.

My friends, love is better than anger. Hope is better than fear. Optimism is better than despair. So let us be loving, hopeful and optimistic. And we'll change the world.

Canada is a great country, one of the hopes of the world.