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Statement by The Honourable Bob Speller
Minister Responsible for the Canadian Food Inspection Agency
Ottawa, December 23, 2003 - Earlier today there was a presumptive positive
test result for BSE
on a single cow from a farm in Washington State. Final results from testing are
expected on December 25.
Our singular focus is protecting the health and safety of Canadians. In
concert with Health Canada, our actions are guided by international
standards.
This is a very regrettable event for an industry which has been under severe
stress and strain during the past many months – on both sides of the
border.
My officials and I will be working closely with producers and industry
stakeholders in the days ahead.
Officials are also working cooperatively with their American counterparts,
offering them the expertise that Canada has gained during the recent past.
The Government of Canada is of the view that solutions to dealing with
BSE must continue
to involve a North American approach.
Our every action will be taken to provide maximum protection for public
health and the security of Canadians, on the basis of science, and the best
available expertise.
Contact:
CFIA Media
Relations(613) 228-6682
CFIA Website - http://www.inspection.gc.ca
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