John Furlong
John Furlong
diligence discussion due information opportunity provided respect shape talk
We have a new government. Out of respect for the new government, and the new minister, we need to have a discussion with them before we talk in any way, shape or form. They have to have an opportunity to do due diligence on the information we have provided them.
ability focus message olympic rather send step turn
We want to send the message that our focus is on ability rather than disability. It is our turn to step to the Olympic stage.
canada canadian great include pride source time vision
Our vision has been for a long time that we are Canada's Games. We want to include every Canadian in these Games, so that when the world comes to Canada in 2010 that it is a source of great pride for everyone.
followed rules
We followed the rules. The rules told us what to do.
compete hard inviting mean
It's our way of inviting the world. It doesn't mean we won't compete as hard as we can.
flag fly olympic
It's our time, as of Monday, to fly the Olympic flag in Vancouver.
jury limited nature pool somewhat
The nature of the allegations could contaminate any jury pool in this somewhat limited community.
full interest problem
It's in everybody's interest to have a full house. It's a problem everyone will want to solve.
bit both budget budgets discussion
We've had a discussion with both governments about our budget situation. We told both of them that we think we're going to need a little bit of help.
empty games positive seats
Everything around the Games is not as positive if there are empty seats in the building.
billion generate great private sector turn
The private sector really is who we turn to put on the games, so we will have to generate about $1.7 billion from the private sector. We've got off to a great start.
athletes brings canada canadian closer ensuring experience greatness standing step
This announcement brings us another step closer to ensuring that more Canadian athletes experience the greatness of standing on the podium representing Canada in 2010.
eyes ours suddenly transfer
The transfer for us is now complete. It is all ours now, and suddenly everyone's eyes are on us.
dreaming finally flag ten
Ten years of dreaming and the flag is finally ours.