The programme for my visit to Canada has yet to be finalised. However, I expect to attend the Toronto St. Patrick's Day parade and to meet with Tourism Ireland and with the Toronto Irish chamber of commerce in the course of my visit.
The Department of Foreign Affairs, in consultation with officials of other Departments and relevant agencies as appropriate, will co-ordinate briefing material. Such briefing will cover all issues with a view to maximising the unique promotional opportunities of this trip and will deal with issues of mutual interest. The Minister of State will not be travelling abroad for St. Patrick's Day in his capacity as an office holder at my Department.