Prime Minister Stephen Harper, the provincial and territorial leaders and aboriginal leaders will gather at Old City Hall in Ottawa this evening to discuss the state of the economy.
The prime minister's office notes that this will not be a swanky affair. In fact, all these VIPs will be getting up to load up their own plates, buffet-style. Taxpayers will be covering the $25.95 cost per plate. Those who wish to share a bottle of wine will be asked to pay a modest $22 for their vintage of choice.
As to the menu, the PMO helpfully provides the following:
- Alberta sirloin or beef, carved coq au vin, and vegetarian lasagna
- Roasted parisienne potatoes
- Seasonal vegetables
- Vegetable tray
- Domestic cheese tray
- Garden salad
- Marinated vegetables
- Macaroni salad
- Buns and butter
- Antipasto tray
- Assorted cakes and mousses
- Fruit tray
- Tea and coffee
Bon appetit!
Sounds good and reasonable to me. You'll find the same sort of dinner and set up at most company/social events.
Looks good on the Government.