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Statement by the Prime Minister May 17, 2000 Prime Minister Jean Chrétien today expressed the pride of Canada at the news that Ben Webster of Canada Everest 2000 reached the Summit of Mt. Everest: " All Canadians join me in offering hearty congratulations to Ben Webster and the Canada Everest 2000 Team on their extraordinary achievement. They have overcome incredible obstacles and endured many hardships to join the very select company of true adventurers who have stood at the top of the world. We have been with them every step of the way; cheering their progress, sharing their setbacks and - above all - praying for their safe return. I am thrilled that a Canadian is among the first to reach the summit of Everest in the 21st century. And I very much look forward to the Team’s return to Canada so we can celebrate their courage and their daring." - 30 - PMO Press Office: (613) 957-5555
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