1. McGuinty initially said he learned about the strike from the media
- He told reporters he “didn’t know about it until La Presse reported on it” on March 12.
- He refused to confirm whether Canadian assets were damaged.
2. Then he reversed himself
- Hours later, McGuinty said he was actually informed immediately after the strike.
- He claimed he is always briefed on incidents involving CAF members worldwide.
3. Government’s justification
- McGuinty said the silence was due to a “policy of being very careful” and following CAF operational advice.
- He dismissed Conservative criticism about withholding information.