MINNEAPOLIS, June 4, 2020 /CNW/ - In response to ongoing
social unrest and social injustice across the United States, Canadian Pacific (TSX: CP)
(NYSE: CP) is donating US$1 million
to three organizations to support the people of Minneapolis, home to the headquarters of CP's
U.S. operations, as well as support meaningful positive change
nationally.
"George Floyd's death is shocking
and heartbreaking, and serves as proof that society as a whole
still has so much work to do," said Keith
Creel, CP President and Chief Executive Officer. "With
our U.S. operations running out of Minneapolis, it is our responsibility as a
company to support our employees, neighbors, and friends throughout
Minnesota and beyond. To our
colleagues in the Black community: you matter to us at CP. We hear
you and we see you, we support you and the absolute right for
social justice equal for all."
The organizations that will receive the funding are Lake Street
Council (We Love Lake Street), East Side Neighborhood Services and
Equal Justice Initiative. These charities not only support
people in local areas, but also help others throughout the U.S. as
they work to restore and rebuild following the social unrest that
has affected communities across the country.
"To effect change we have to redouble our efforts on diversity
and equality, and as a company working together we are committed to
doing so," Creel said. "We are duty-bound to help others and to
uphold the values we strive to embody as an organization:
accountability, diversity and pride. In these challenging times, we
must pull together and commit to continuous improvement! Together
we can make a positive difference now and in the future."
About Canadian Pacific
Canadian Pacific is a
transcontinental railway in Canada
and the United States with direct
links to major ports on the west and east coasts. CP provides North
American customers with a competitive rail service with access to
key markets in every corner of the globe. CP is growing with its
customers, offering a suite of freight transportation services,
logistics solutions and supply chain expertise. Visit cpr.ca to see
the rail advantages of CP.
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