Statement by the Prime Minister on the passing of the Honourable Monique Bégin
OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 9, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Monique Bégin:
- OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 9, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the passing of the Honourable Monique Bégin:
"I was saddened today to hear of the passing of the Honourable Monique Bégin, a respected teacher, academic, former Cabinet minister, and trailblazer for Canadian women. - She was appointed Minister of National Revenue and then Minister of Health and Welfare.
- "After more than 10 years in politics, Ms. Bégin returned to her teaching roots and entered academia.
- On behalf of all Canadians, I offer my deepest condolences to her family and loved ones."