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CANADA DAY

June 29, 2000
Ottawa, Ontario

The following is the text of a message from Prime Minister Jean Chrétien on the occasion of Canada Day 2000:

"Today is the first Canada Day of the 21st century. Together, we stand at a crossroad in time. Together, we are ready to embrace a century of endless possibilities.

It is a time of boundless opportunity. Our economy is stronger than it has been in decades, creating thousands of new jobs. And for the 7th straight year, Canada has been chosen by the United Nations as the best country in the world in which to live.

Canada Day affords us an opportunity to come together -- as a people -- to celebrate the great Canadian success story. A story conceived in the bold vision and shared values of our forebears. A story written in almost every language and through the contribution of new Canadians. A story handed down through the generations by our writers, poets, artists and singers. A story enshrined in the gallantry and sacrifice of our soldiers in the cause of peace and freedom.

Let us rejoice with pride in our past and look forward to a bright future together.

Aline joins me in wishing all Canadians a happy, safe and healthy Canada Day."

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