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The Hon. George  Baker, P.C. Senator George Baker is the former MP for the riding of Gander - Grand Falls (Newfoundland and Labrador). He was first elected to the House of Commons in 1974, and was re-elected at every subsequent federal election. Since March 26, 2002, he has served in the Senate of Canada, representing the province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

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Canadian Broadcasting Corporation—Communication from Minister

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Statement made on 27 November 2008 by Senator Claudette Tardif

Hon. Claudette Tardif (Deputy Leader of the Opposition):


Honourable senators, my question is for the Leader of the Government in the Senate. Can the government tell us its position regarding the public broadcaster, the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation? Does the government support this crown corporation that makes it possible to send culture, knowledge, information and opinions all across the country?


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