VICTORIA - Minister Responsible for Multiculturalism Teresa Wat will be in Kamloops to host a community forum as part of the provincial government's ongoing commitment to issue a meaningful apology to B.C.'s Chinese community for historical wrongs.

Wat will engage with Chinese community associations and citizens to identify wording, delivery and legacy efforts for a formal apology. A total of seven forums will be held throughout B.C.

Event Date: Thursday, Dec. 19, 2013
Event Time: 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Place:
Coast Kamloops Hotel & Conference Centre
1250 Rogers Way
Kamloops

If you are interested in providing feedback, but are not able to attend any consultation events, feedback can be sent directly to: apology.consultation@gov.bc.ca

Information for remaining consultation forums:

To confirm details closer to event date, check: www.EmbraceBC.ca

Media contact:

Media Relations
Ministry of International Trade
778 977-0298