New welcome scheme launched in Ottawa

A new tourism initiative has been launched in Canada offering what is described as a "warm welcome" to arriving passengers at Macdonald-Cartier Airport in Ottawa.

The Welcome to Canada project has been organised to give tourists a look at the destinations and experiences on offer in the country.

It is being launched as part of Canada's build-up to the Vancouver Olympic and Paralympic Winter Games in 2010.

Diane Ablonczy, government minister of state for tourism, said the strategy will "drive tourism and promote Canada as a desirable destination before, during and after the 2010 Winter Games".

Paul Benoit, chief executive of the airport where the scheme will be launched, said: "Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airport is proud to be the first venue in the country to support this project.

"International visitors arriving in Ottawa will have a first-hand view of some of the great experiences that await them in Canada."

Travellers can catch flights to Ottawa with carriers including American Airlines, Air Canada and Continental Airlines.

Posted by Mike, 13 March 2009 12:07

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