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Minister Raitt coming to Dufferin–Caledon Sept. 12th
September 5, 2013 · 0 Comments
The Honourable Lisa Raitt, Minister of Transport, will soon be visiting Dufferin-Caledon. She will be the guest of honour at the Dufferin-Caledon Conservative Association’s Falling into Fashion – Fashion Show and Dinner Fundraiser on Thursday, September 12th.
“We’re delighted Minister Raitt will be joining us at our third fashion show fundraiser here in the riding,” said David Tilson, Member of Parliament for Dufferin-Caledon. “She has been an outstanding member of our Conservative team in Ottawa in her various roles as Minister of Natural Resources, Minister of Labour, and currently as Minister of Transport. There is considerable interest throughout the riding in meeting this Minister who’s been an integral player in providing strong, stable government for all Canadians.”
The fundraiser, taking place at the Royal Ambassador Event Centre in Caledon East, will begin with a cocktail reception at 6 p.m. followed by a full-course dinner and fashion show, starting at 7 p.m.
Tickets are selling quickly and may be purchased through the Dufferin-Caledon Conservative Association by calling 519 940-3506.
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