Tony Clement, MP for Parry Sound-Muskoka, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for FedNor, today unveiled the official logo for the 2010 Muskoka G8 Summit.
“This image shows a windswept pine tree firmly rooted atop a solid rock foundation. It embodies the spirit of the Muskoka region.
This logo was inspired by the great Canadian painters, the Group of Seven, whose works captured so remarkably the natural beauty of Muskoka. Their art transformed the Muskoka pine tree into a Canadian icon that made the region known the world over.
“Our government recognizes the significance of the G8 Summit coming to Canada. Not only is it an honour to host this prestigious event, it is also an opportunity to showcase Canada, and in particular, the Muskoka region,” said Tony Clement.
The G8 Summit brings together the leaders of Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Russia, the United Kingdom and the United States. The summit has evolved over the years into an annual meeting that addresses a wide range of international economic, political and social issues.
(Contact the Summits Management Office or Lynn Meahan in Tony's Ottawa office for additional versions of the logo)
