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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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Statement made on 29 April 2009 by Senator Lorna Milne (retired)

Hon. Lorna Milne:

Honourable senators, on Monday in the other place, Minister Clement answered a question regarding the Conservative government's commitment to Canada's auto sector by stating:

Just before September 2008, this government made an announcement that it was working with Ford Canada on precisely the auto innovation fund. We are having continuing discussions with other automakers and those discussions are ongoing.

The Automotive Innovation Fund was announced in Budget 2008, 15 months ago, so I sincerely hope that the Leader of the Government in the Senate can tell honourable senators that more than one announcement has been made under that program.


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