OTTAWA, ONTARIO – John Baird, Minister Responsible for the National Capital Commission and Member of Parliament for Ottawa West-Nepean and His Worship, Ottawa Mayor Jim Watson today issued the following statement:
"Both the Government of Canada and the City of Ottawa have committed to taking the next 100 days to continue to work constructively along with the NCC toward a solution on this transit issue.
“Moving forward, we have agreed to stay in close contact, meet on a more regular basis on a range of regional issues, and maintain a positive dialogue as we work together for the betterment of our great Capital.”
Government of Canada contact:
Adam Hodge
Press Secretary
Office of the Honourable John Baird, P.C., M.P.
Adam.Hodge@international.gc.ca
613-995-1851
City of Ottawa contact:
Brook Simpson
Press Secretary
Office of Mayor Jim Watson
City of Ottawa
613-580-2424, ext. 21526
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