Minister Qualtrough will launch the in-person consultation process on Accessibility Legislation in Whitby, Ontario

Media Advisory

Friday, August 19, 2016 

The Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Sport and Persons with Disabilities, will launch the in-person consultation process on Accessibility Legislation. She will also participate in a tour of the Abilities Centre, which includes specialized training facilities for past and present Paralympic athletes.

Please note that all details are subject to change. All times are local.

DATE:   Tuesday, August 23, 2016

TIME:

12:20 p.m. Abilities Centre media tour

1:00 p.m.   Accessible Canada announcement

1:05 p.m.   Armchair discussion with youth panel

1:30 p.m.   Group photo with participants

1:40p.m.   Meet and greet with the Minister

2:10 p.m.   Media availability

Notes for media: All activities are open to the media. Questions will be taken during the media tour and the media availability.

PLACE:      Abilities Centre
                    Main Entrance
                    55 Gordon Street
                    Whitby, Ontario

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FOR INFORMATION (media only):

Media Relations Office
Employment and Social Development Canada
819-994-5559
media@hrsdc-rhdcc.gc.ca
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