May 11, 2011 -- Today, Minister Jim Flaherty addressing the Council of the Americas Summit in Washington D.C., reaffirmed that Canada will stay the course with a low tax, job creating plan for the economy.

The Government of Canada is focused on completing the economic recovery.  The global economy remains fragile, and that is why the Government will implement its low tax plan for jobs and growth.

As part of the Government's plan, the Finance Minister is in Washinton, D.C., to promote Canada as an economic leader in the world.  Since July 2009, Canada's economy has created over 530,000 new jobs and the economy has grown for six straight quarters. The Finance Minister will also highlight our efforts to expand trade in the Americas and around the world through the signing of eight agreements and in negotiations with 50 more.

The Canadian businesses and workers can compete with the best in the world, confident that our Government will continue Stephen Harper’s low tax plan to protect and create jobs and open new markets for our families and businesses.