Prime Minister Stephen Harper, July 1, 2006.

"Today, Canada is a leader. Our businesses, our athletes, our artists, musicians and writers, all excel on the world stage and our country leads by example, standing up for the values that make Canada great - helping to ensure the spread of freedom, democracy and the rule of law around the world."
- Prime Minister Stephen Harper addressing the crowd gathered for Canada Day Celebrations, Ottawa, ON, July 1, 2006.