THINK TWICE BEFORE DRIVING THROUGH MEXICO NORTH COWICHAN MP URGES

Nanaimo-Cowichan MP Jean Crowder wants you to take care if Mexico is
potentially in your future.

On Wednesday, after the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International
Trade issued a warning about travel over land to Mexico, Crowder
echoed that to her constituents through an open letter.

"The areas adjacent to the United States' border have seen high
levels of violence, theft and carjacking associated with the
trafficking of drugs through the region, and tourists and other
foreigners are often seen as an easy target," the letter states.

"I am aware that Mexico is a popular vacation destination for
residents of Nanaimo-Cowichan, so I wish to urge anyone considering
travel to Northern Mexico, or any other border region, to contact the
Ministry. As your MP, your safety is my primary concern. I urge you
to take all necessary and appropriate precautions."

Further information regarding the warning can be found on the
Ministry of Foreign Affairs website at www.travel.gc.ca .