The first purely commercial exhibition designed to promote Israel’s exports to Canada was opened here last night by Paul Martin, Canadian Minister of National Health and Welfare. An important feature of the exhibition is a special section devoted to tourism. The growth and development of Israel’s industry are reflected in the variety and quantity of new Israel products featured at the exhibition. Seventy-seven manufacturers are taking part in the show, which includes only items currently being exported to Canada and the United States.
Introducing Mr. Martin, Israel Ambassador Michael Comay called the exhibition a “signpost” pointing toward the goal of economic independence for Israel. He expressed the hope that it would help to draw the two countries closer together, and pointing out that Israel has bought $50 million worth of Canadian products while Canada has purchased about $6 million in Israel goods, he said. “In this respect, too we would like to get closer together.”
Mr. Comay stressed Israel’s hopes for increased tourism from Canada. He was joined by Mr. Martin who pointed out that Canadians “have had some experience of tourism in Israel.” He underscored his belief that a trip to Israel was “no less moving” for Canadian non-Jews than for Jews, because “of the spirit of adventure and dedication which they found among the Israeli people.”
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