Minister Sajjan to Speak on Canada’s New Defence Policy
Media Advisory
June 8, 2017 – Ottawa – Department of National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
Defence Minister Harjit S. Sajjan will travel to Vancouver on June 9, 2017, to highlight investments in capabilities and support for the Canadian Armed Forces, as part of Canada’s new defence policy.
Event One:
Minister Sajjan will highlight support for military families as part of Canada’s new defence policy at the British Columbia Regiment (Duke of Connaught’s Own) Armoury in Vancouver on June 9, 2017.
Minister Sajjan will hold a media availability following his remarks.
Time: 10 a.m. PDT
Date: June 9, 2017
Location: The British Columbia Regiment (Duke of Connaught’s Own) Armoury
620 Beatty Street
Vancouver, BC
Notes to editor / news director:
Media representatives can register for the event by contacting the Department of National Defence Media Relations Office at (613) 996-2353 or mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca.
Event Two:
Minister Sajjan will deliver a keynote address at the Vancouver Board of Trade to highlight Canada’s new vision for defence and key investments for the Canadian Armed Forces, as part of the new defence policy.
Time: 12:45 p.m. PDT
Date: June 9, 2017
Location: Pan Pacific Hotel, Crystal Pavilion
999 Canada Place
Vancouver, BC
Notes to editor / news director:
Media representatives can register for the event by contacting the Vancouver Board of Trade at media@boardoftrade.com.
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For Further Information:
Jordan Owens
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of National Defence
Phone: 613-996-3100
Email: Jordan.Owens@forces.gc.ca
Media Relations Office
Department of National Defence
Phone: 613-996-2353
Toll-Free: 1-866-377-0811
Email: mlo-blm@forces.gc.ca