July 2, 2014 - The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State (Foreign Affairs and Consular), today encouraged Canadians who are planning to attend the 2014 Commonwealth Games to consult the Government of Canada’s Travel Advice and Advisories before they depart. The games are taking place in Glasgow, Scotland, from July 23 to August 3, 2014.
“The host country is solely responsible for the safety of all athletes, teams and visitors,” said Minister Yelich. “Our government and its agencies are working with their counterparts to ensure the safest and most secure environment possible for Canadians for the duration of these exciting events. All Canadians who are planning to attend the Games are encouraged to take every precaution to ensure their safety and security.”
Whether attending the games as an athlete or to support Team Canada, travellers should always observe the “3 Rs” of international travel:
“From coast to coast, we will proudly be watching Team Canada in the next weeks as it showcases Canada’s talent and sportsmanship,” said Minister Yelich. “The games are also an opportunity to celebrate the strong bonds, shared values and principles that have united the 53 countries of the Commonwealth, of which Canada is a proud member.”
For more information on travelling to the games, please visit 2014 Commonwealth Games.
Canadians travelling to the Commonwealth Games should also check Travel.gc.ca for regularly updated travel advice and advisories and, more specifically, information regarding potential threats to safety and security during the 2014 Commonwealth Games.
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