Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claire Trevena has issued the following statement on the appointment of Catharine Read, as the new chair of the Passenger Transportation Board, effective Oct. 1, 2017:

“I am pleased to appoint Catharine Read as the new chair of the Passenger Transportation Board for a three-year term.

“Ms. Read has many years of experience working within B.C. and Yukon’s public service, in both deputy minister and assistant deputy minister roles. She also brings a wealth of experience from other board appointments she has held previously, in Canada and internationally, including Tourism British Columbia, Crystal Meth Prevention B.C. and Katimavik Youth Services in the Yukon. I’m confident she will provide strong leadership and vision to this important role.

“Appointing Ms. Read will provide a new opportunity for leadership and perspective in approaching the current issues facing the board.

“I want to congratulate Ms. Read on this appointment. I have every confidence that she will do an excellent job serving the Passenger Transportation Board and the citizens of B.C.

“I also want to take this time to sincerely thank Don Zurowski, who has just finished his second term, serving as chair since September 2011.

“The B.C. government will continue to work with the Passenger Transportation Board to support the mandate of ensuring safety and fairness in this industry.”