May 20, 2014 - Ottawa - Transport Canada
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Canada’s Minister of Transport, will attend the 2014 Summit of the International Transport Forum (ITF). This year’s event, to be held in Leipzig, Germany, from May 21 to 23, focuses on the themeTransport for a Changing World.
Minister Raitt will address her international counterparts and be a featured participant in the opening plenary session, which will explore global trends and transportation challenges.
The Minister will highlight Canada’s approach to transportation policy in the global economy, which includes support for innovation and Canada’s Gateways and Corridors strategies.
Minister Raitt will advance Canada’s interests on key transportation issues such as infrastructure funding, rail safety and the transportation of dangerous goods, and workforce issues related to the transportation sector during meetings with her international counterparts.
Minister Raitt will host a media availability to share highlights from the International Transport Forum on May 22, 2014 at 12:30 (EDT time). To join the call, media must pre-register with Transport Canada media relations by calling 613-993-0055.
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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