The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Canada's Minister of State (Transport) Listens to Trucking Industry Perspectives

WINNIPEG, March 12, 2013 - The Honourable Steven Fletcher, Canada's Minister of State (Transport), today addressed trucking industry partners to reiterate the critical role they play in Canada's transportation system and the  Canadian economy, during the Annual Meeting of the Manitoba Trucking Association. Approximately 75 participants from various trucking companies and organizations were in attendance.

"Our government is working to ensure that our transportation system is efficient and that the country remains competitive through long-term policies, such as our Gateway and Trade Corridor initiatives, the development of a new long-term infrastructure plan and the Canada-U.S. Beyond the Border Action Plan," said Minister Fletcher in a press release.

In his speech, the Minister addressed trucking industry concerns, such as safety and environmental regulations, and road and border infrastructure.

"Our Government remains focused on four priorities, as outlined by the Prime Minister, that Canadians care most about: their families, the safety of our streets and communities, their pride in being a citizen of this country, and of course, their personal financial security," concluded Minister Fletcher. Minister Fletcher's speech is available at: www.tc.gc.ca/mediaroom.