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Just crushed at the loss of my colleague and friend @JimFlaherty. We spent 25 years together in public life. An Irish lion is gone.
— Tony Clement (@TonyclementCPC) April 10, 2014My deepest condolences to the family of Jim Flaherty on his sudden passing.
— E.Triantafilopoulos (@EffieOntarioPC) April 10, 2014Jim was an honourable, dedicated and exceptional man who loved his country. During his long and distinguished... http://t.co/rmw6esJeeC
— Joe Oliver (@joeoliver1) April 10, 2014Watch Prime Minister Stephen Harper's full statement on the death of his friend and colleague Jim Flaherty
http://t.co/mPwiBB2ZfU
— CP24 (@CP24) April 10, 2014Jim's passion for public service never wavered. He will be remembered as a man that steered our nation through some of its difficult days.
— John Baird (@HonJohnBaird) April 10, 2014Shocked and saddened at the passing of MP Jim Flaherty. My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Christine Elliott and their sons.
— Laurie Scott (@LaurieScottMPP) April 10, 2014Much sadness. Thoughts are with family of Jim Flaherty. He gave so much to public service in Canada
— Libby Davies (@LibbyDavies) April 10, 2014This is a very sad day, my thoughts are with my friend and colleague Christine Elliott and her 3 sons. Jim Flaherty was one of a kind.
— Lisa MacLeod (@MacLeodLisa) April 10, 2014Our hearts are breaking at the loss of a great colleague and friend. We will miss you Jim. My prayers are with Christine and the children.
— Candice Bergen (@CandiceBergenMP) April 10, 2014I'm saddened & shocked, words cannot describe the great loss to our country and community.
— Colin Carrie (@ColinCarrie) April 10, 2014My dear friend Jim Flaherty was a great man and a great Canadian. My heartfelt condolences to Christine, John, Galen & Quinn.
— Peter MacKay (@MinPeterMacKay) April 10, 2014MPs from all sides in shock at the very sad news of Jim Flaherty's passing. House suspended as members exchange condolences.
— Geoff Regan (@geoffregan) April 10, 2014He got us so far down our road to success that others were envious of our journey. Take your rest, @JimFlaherty. pic.twitter.com/TiR5MK6lTA
— Sheila Gunn Reid (@SheilaGunnReid) April 10, 2014My deepest condolences go out to the family of my friend and colleague @JimFlaherty at this difficult time. #RIP #cdnpoli
— Christian Paradis (@christianparad) April 10, 2014Sincere condolences to Jim Flahertys family. The world of Canadian politics has lost a brilliant man.
— Hon. Stéphane Dion (@HonStephaneDion) April 10, 2014Flaherty's best act as fin min: in depth of economic crisis, he forgot ideology and ran big stimulative deficits for the good of the country
— John McCallum (@JohnMcCallumMP) April 10, 2014Still can't quite believe that Jim Flaherty has left us. The lyrical Irish spirit, gritty & gregarious, the fighter, the loyal friend. RIP.
— Jason Kenney (@kenneyjason) April 10, 2014Very sad day for Canadians, the passing of a great Canadian Hon. Jim Flaherty, the best Finance Minister I have seen in all my years!
— LaVar Payne (@LaVarMP) April 10, 2014There is shock and sadness all over Parliament Hill at the shocking news of the death of Jim Flaherty. Condolences to his family.
— Evan Solomon (@evansolomoncbc) April 10, 2014Tender moment in House of Commons. #ndp MP's et al crossed floor to comfort #cpc MP's on Jim Flaherty's sudden passing. Sharing the sadness.
— Peter Julian (@MPJulian) April 10, 2014We lost a great man today. Thank-you, thank-you, thank-you for everything you did #cdnpoli #lemonadestand #whitby pic.twitter.com/jifBKg9OHu
— Cathy Lewis (@cjlewis511) April 10, 2014G20 set to do a tribute to former Canadian Finance Minister Jim Flaherty, who died today, off the top of their meeting today in Washington.
— Paul Waldie (@pwaldieGLOBE) April 10, 2014I was devastated to learn of the passing of my dear friend and colleague the Honourable James Michael Flaherty.... http://t.co/8plldABYZt
— Dr. K. Kellie Leitch (@KellieLeitch) April 10, 2014My condolences to #JimFlaherty's family. You deserved more time with him. He was widely respected and will be missed.
— Peggy Nash (@PeggyNashNDP) April 10, 2014Our condolences to the family & friends of #JimFlaherty. A great man & supporter of #Rugby in #Canada #RIP @pmharper pic.twitter.com/gALCPb3meb
— RugbyCanada (@RugbyCanada) April 10, 2014My heart goes out to the family of Jim Flaherty, & all my Conservative colleagues. Know there is love & support around you.
— Megan Leslie, MP (@MeganLeslieMP) April 10, 2014Mark Carney pays tribute to 'influential' finance minister Jim Flaherty http://t.co/Ju3dZgpoR4
— Telegraph Finance (@TeleFinance) April 10, 2014Jim Flaherty: That man was fearless. Spoke his truth without blinking. And could be hilarious when laughter needed. Condolences Christine
— michael bryant (@MJ_Bryant) April 10, 2014RIP Thank you for your service RT @JimFlaherty: It has been an honour to serve Canada. Thank you for the opportunity. pic.twitter.com/OJ8sntK34F
— Mississauga FF L1212 (@IAFF1212) April 10, 2014Our thoughts and prayers are with the family & friends of Jim Flaherty.
— CJPAC (@CJPAC) April 10, 2014Devastated to hear news of my friend Jim Flaherty passing. My prayers go out to Christine Elliot & family. The Ford family is heart broken
— Mayor Rob Ford (@TOMayorFord) April 10, 2014#Canada loses a respected citizen: Former finance minister Jim Flaherty dead at 64 http://t.co/yrpDYNucnB via @CTVNews #RIP #JimFlaherty
— Robert Cattrysse (@RobertCattrysse) April 11, 2014A death in the family: The House of Commons unites to mourn Jim Flaherty http://t.co/rOvfJqbl0z by @aaronwherry pic.twitter.com/FnkqgMRMPI
— Maclean's Magazine (@MacleansMag) April 10, 2014So deeply saddened by the sudden death of Jim Flaherty. A great man and such a loving father. One of a kind.
— Lisa LaFlamme (@LisaLaFlammeCTV) April 10, 2014Condolences to Christine Elliott and the rest of Jim Flaherty's family. As in Ottawa, lots of shock and sadness at Queen's Park.
— Adam Radwanski (@aradwanski) April 10, 2014Very saddened to hear of Jim Flaherty's death. He was one of the last of the "happy warriors" in our politics. We need more like him.
— Andrew Coyne (@acoyne) April 10, 2014Like all Cdns, deeply saddened by passing of Hon Jim Flaherty who gave his utmost to public service. Sincere condolences to family & friends
— CACP / ACCP (@CACP_ACCP) April 10, 2014A great colleague, mentor and friend @Jim_Flaherty - my sincere condolences to his family... you will be greatly missed.
— Rick Norlock (@RickNorlock) April 10, 2014Beyond sad news about @JimFlaherty. Condolences to his family and all who loved him, worked with him. #cdnpoli
— Susan Delacourt (@SusanDelacourt) April 10, 2014Hard to believe Jim Flaherty is gone. He was such a class act, a truly honourable member.
— Al H (@ajh6341) April 10, 2014NDP Leader Thomas Mulcair reacts to the death of Jim Flaherty: http://t.co/hHrOf1ZY1w #cdnpoli pic.twitter.com/NN8ssPEiTg
— Watch CTV News (@WatchCTVNews) April 10, 2014I had the great fortune to watch him guide the financial affairs of Canada. I will always cherish that. pic.twitter.com/Rh9MzwUrrG
— Kevin Sorenson (@MinKSorenson) April 10, 2014One of those rare moments you see the human side of the #HOC - all brought together in honor of a great man #RIP Minister Flaherty
— Bill Brasky (@Polkameister) April 10, 2014Catherine and I offer our most sincere condolences to Jim Flaherty's loved ones and colleagues in this difficult time.http://t.co/9YAHma1Sq3
— Thomas Mulcair (@ThomasMulcair) April 10, 2014My thoughts and prayers go out to Christine, John, Galen and Quinn on hearing of the passing of Jim Flaherty
— Steve Clark (@SteveClarkMPP) April 10, 2014Jim Flaherty's death is a great loss to our nation. Condolences to his family and to his #CPC colleagues. #cdnpoli
— Dr. Hedy Fry (@HedyFry) April 10, 2014Stunned and deeply saddened to hear of @JimFlaherty's death. He served Canada superbly when we needed it most. His family are in our prayers
— Perrin Beatty (@PerrinBeatty) April 10, 2014So saddened at news of Jim Flaherty's passing. My deepest sympathies to his family and friends. A genuinely likeable, widely respected man.
— Craig Scott (@CraigScottNDP) April 10, 2014Jim, we already miss you. My best thoughts and prayers are with your family and loved ones. SB pic.twitter.com/7RfVxEnDkV
— Steven Blaney (@MinStevenBlaney) April 10, 2014Today I dropped my gloves and mourned the passing of Jim Flaherty, a man of great sincerity and love for our country - we miss you Jim
— Marc Garneau (@MarcGarneau) April 10, 2014Heartfelt condolences to Christine and the Flaherty boys on the loss of a great husband, dad and a great Canadian. http://t.co/bNZmaBjyJQ
— John Tory (@johntoryTO) April 10, 2014Terribly sad news that Jim Flaherty has died. Share condolences with Mr. Flaherty's family and other Canadians here: http://t.co/NYf5mnEPiN
— jian ghomeshi (@jianghomeshi) April 10, 2014Tears in the air: Alberta lawmakers react to the death of Jim Flaherty http://t.co/TeGCuUbnSU #ableg #wrp #ablib #abndp #pcaa #abparty
— Prairie Storm (@PrairieStorm2) April 10, 2014Nice moment of silence for Jim Flaherty before this start of the #BlueJays game.
— Zach Paikin (@zpaikin) April 10, 2014Sincères condoléances à la famille de Jim Flaherty! Il nous a quittés si vite. #plc #cdnpoli Que son âme repose en paix!
— Emmanuel Dubourg (@EmmanuelDubourg) April 10, 2014The Hon. Jim Flaherty: we'll miss your smile and your service. #RIP http://t.co/Hj9ObnZ8sz
— Dan Albas (@DanAlbas) April 10, 2014RIP Jim Flaherty. Probably Canada's greatest Finance Minister.
— Mike O'Brien (@Mickey7023) April 10, 2014This spot, this place, won't ever be the same. Thank you Jim. pic.twitter.com/vac2tVOjZM
— James Moore (@JamesMoore_org) April 10, 2014On my 1st day in the House, Jim Flaherty crossed the floor to ask me if I was part of the McGill4. I laughed, said no, we chatted. Sad loss.
— Hoang Mai (@hoangmai_npd) April 10, 2014Terrible nouvelle que la mort de Jim Flaherty. Mes condolence à sa famille, ses amis et ses collègues.
— Alexandrine (@ALatendresseNPD) April 10, 2014I love this photo - I think Flaherty was first federal cabinet minister to have a selfie in a national newspaper. pic.twitter.com/hHKEsjQSOj
— Steve Ladurantaye (@sladurantaye) April 10, 2014My deepest sympathies to Jim's family. The House will miss his humour and dedication to public service. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord.
— Andrew Scheer (@andrewscheer) April 10, 2014Devastated at the sudden passing of my friend and colleague. My thoughts and prayers are with his family. Rest in peace, Jim.
— Lynne Yelich (@Lynne_Yelich) April 10, 2014I am deeply saddened to hear about the passing of my friend and colleague Jim Flaherty, my heart goes out to his wife and three sons.
— Leona Aglukkaq (@leonaaglukkaq) April 10, 2014Incredibly saddened to learn of the passing of @JimFlaherty ,and send my condolences to @chriselliottpc and family. #rip #cdnpoli
— Zehavi Zynoberg (@ZehaviZynoberg) April 10, 2014Very sad to hear the news of Jim Flaherty's passing. He was one of a kind, a remarkable public servant, a dear friend and a mentor for many.
— Patrick Brown (@brownbarrie) April 10, 2014IMF Director Christine Lagarde on Jim Flaherty: He was a highly effective Finance Minister
also a principled and forthright colleague
— Paul Vieira (@paulvieira) April 11, 2014Sad news. Will never forget @JimFlaherty speaking #Inuktitut at G7 Finance meeting in #Iqaluit with @leonaaglukkaq. pic.twitter.com/qEopEEysqc
— Emily Woods (@EmilySPWoods) April 10, 2014Jim Flaherty left his mark, and will be missed. http://t.co/C4pkoMfl9F #CDNpoli // pic.twitter.com/DVoPrysXIh
— Sun News Network (@SunNewsNetwork) April 10, 2014
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