March 25, 2014 - Ottawa - Transport Canada
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada's Minister of Transport, was in Washington, DC, today to meet with senior U.S. decision- and policy-makers. She discussed best practices, challenges, and options to manage and improve the integrated transportation system that supports economic growth on both sides of the border.
While meeting with U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security Jeh Johnson, Minister Raitt underscored the importance of continuing the collaborative approach to managing a safe, secure and efficient border to ensure the smooth flow of people and goods that is so important to the economies of the two countries. Specifically, she emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation on border infrastructure projects, including the Detroit River International Crossing (New International Trade Crossing), and highlighted the need for ongoing joint efforts in areas including ballast water and rail safety.
While in Washington, the Minister also discussed with the American Association of Port Authorities and the Canadian American Business Council, issues ranging from rail safety and the transportation of oil by rail, to the Detroit River International Crossing (New International Trade Crossing), the most important trade conduit with Canada. She also discussed the actions taken by Canada to ensure the safe navigation of tankers in Canadian waters.
Ashley Kelahear
Director of Communications
Office of the Honourable Lisa Raitt
Minister of Transport, Ottawa
613-991-0700
Media Relations
Transport Canada, Ottawa
613-993-0055
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