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Ottawa (AFP) Feb 22, 2011 Canada's prime minister on Tuesday offered "any possible assistance" to New Zealand to help with the aftermath of a powerful, deadly earthquake that hit the country's second city. "Canada is standing by to offer any possible assistance to New Zealand in responding to this natural disaster," Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper said in a statement. As well, he extended his "deepest sympathies," adding: "The thoughts and prayers of Canadians are with all those affected by the earthquake." The tremor hit at lunchtime, toppling buildings and leaving the downtown strewn with debris. Christchurch's landmark cathedral lost its spire. The city was recovering from an even stronger, 7.0 magnitude quake in September which caused extensive damage but no fatalities. Media reports quoted Christchurch's mayor Bob Parker as saying that up to 200 people may still be trapped inside ruined buildings.
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