OTTAWA — Global Affairs Canada officials claimed that the recently purchased luxury condo for Canada’s consul general in New York Tom Clark represents “significant financial savings” in the long run and that they are “very proud” of this transaction.

They also said that Clark did not influence the government’s decision to purchase the piece of real estate, and that the final choice came down to cost effectiveness.

The testimony from GAC officials did not convince the Conservatives who have been blasting the government for acquiring a new luxury condo{ai:summary}<p>In Ottawa, Global Affairs pitched the pricey condo for Canada’s consul in New York as a savvy financial move. They sang its praises while insisting that Tom Clark didn’t sway the deal. All in the name of cost-effectiveness, they claimed.  </p><p>But in a world of shadows and whispers, true motives often hide just beneath the surface. #politics</p>

Global Affairs Canada touts New York luxury condo as 'significant financial savings' for taxpayers

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