Government cannot and must not replace private initiative.

Canadians want to see real hope restored, not false hopes raised.

I have always believed governments must adapt to the needs of the people, not the other way around.

We plan to lift the veil of secrecy surrounding the preparation of the budget. We also plan to open up the process of government appointments.

I'd be prouder still to say I was Canada's 10th woman prime minister.

There is no greater honour than to serve Canadians.

I believe that Canadians have the common sense to see that a better future cannot be built on fragmentation.