Minister Qualtrough to highlight Government of Canada commitments to removing barriers for people with disabilities in Edmonton

On Friday, February 15, the Honourable Carla Qualtrough, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Accessibility, will announce Government of Canada support for increasing accessibility and employment opportunities for people with disabilities in Edmonton. She will also be visiting several organizations to learn more about how they help improve the lives of persons with disabilities in the community.

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

EVENT:   Tour and media announcement

TIME:      10:00 a.m.

PLACE:   Laurel Heights Retirement Residence
                 3110 22 Avenue NW
                 Edmonton, Alberta

She will be joined by the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Mill Woods.

Photo opportunity and media availability will follow.

EVENT:    Meeting

TIME:      11:15 a.m.

PLACE:   Centre for Autism Services Alberta
                 4752 99 Street West
                 Edmonton, Alberta

She will be joined by the Honourable Amarjeet Sohi, Minister of Natural Resources and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Mill Woods.

EVENT:    Meeting

TIME:      1:15 p.m.

PLACE:   Inclusion Alberta
                 11724 Kingsway NW
                 Edmonton, Alberta

She will be joined by Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre.

EVENT:   Tour

TIME:      2:15 p.m.

PLACE:   McBride Career Group
                11th floor, 10109 106 Street
                Edmonton, Alberta

She will be joined by Randy Boissonnault, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre.

Photo opportunity and media availability will follow.