Premier Christy Clark made the following statement on the official appointment of Gordon Campbell as High Commissioner to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

"Gordon Campbell has contributed much to public life in British Columbia, serving as mayor of Vancouver and premier of British Columbia with distinction. In particular, he always took into account the needs of the entire country and worked to build Canada and unite Canadians.

"I wish Gordon and Nancy all the best and thank them for taking on this new role in public service."

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