The article details the unveiling of the official portrait of former Prime Minister Stephen Harper. During the event, Mr. Harper called on Mark Carney’s Liberals and Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives to work together against "external forces that threaten our independence" and against separatist movements in Alberta and Quebec.

Mr. Harper made this plea in both French and English before about 300 guests at the John A. Macdonald Building. He explained that his portrait includes subtle references to key moments in his life; the painting shows him holding a "balanced budget" alongside family photos and books he has written.