John Furlong
John Furlong
artistry canada closing cultural display diversity dynamic happier love performance produced proud saw team winter wonder
I am enormously proud of the cultural performance our team produced for the Closing Ceremony. Through a dynamic display of artistry and imagination, the world saw the diversity and wonder of Canada and our love of winter sport. I could not be happier with the performance.
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.
jury limited nature pool somewhat
The nature of the allegations could contaminate any jury pool in this somewhat limited community.
dreaming finally flag ten
Ten years of dreaming and the flag is finally ours.
flag fly olympic
It's our time, as of Monday, to fly the Olympic flag in Vancouver.
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.