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Minister Yelich Promotes Northern Manitoba’s Economic Diversity
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, visited numerous business and community leaders in Flin Flon and Thompson, Manitoba, to learn about the economic diversity of Manitoba’s northern communities.
Canada and Manitoba Invest in Simulators for Training Program at the New Northern Mining Academy
Minister Yelich participates in a sod-turning ceremony at the Northern Manitoba Mining Academy in Flin Flon.
The Governments of Canada and Manitoba will invest more than $1.7 million to support the development and delivery of a mining equipment training program at the Northern Manitoba Mining Academy in Flin Flon.
Minister Yelich Shows Support for Western Canadian Companies at Farnborough International Airshow
Minister Yelich showing WD’s support for EnviroTREC, along with representatives from partner organizations, the National Research Council, the Province of Manitoba, Pratt and Whitney Canada, Rolls Royce, MDS Aero, and Thompson Unlimited.
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, is travelling to the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) this week to demonstrate the Government of Canada’s continued support for Western Canada’s aerospace and defence sector and to meet with industry leaders.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Economic Opportunities in Winkler
Candice Hoeppner, Member of Parliament for Portage-Lisgar, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help Eagle Mountain Homes Ltd. strengthen economic opportunities in Winkler.
Minister Yelich Announces Support for Print Media in Edmonton
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, operates the professional high precision paper cutting machine
Small and medium-sized print companies in Western Canada will now have access to state-of-the-art technology for improving productivity and enhancing their competitiveness thanks to federal support.
Minister of State Lynne Yelich Participates in the Alberta Defence Industries Symposium
The Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, provided remarks today at the Alberta Defence Industries Symposium and outlined the Government of Canada’s continued support for Western Canada’s aerospace and defence sector.
Government of Canada Supports Local Economic Incubator
Saskatoon Ideas Inc. can follow through with their planning and creation of an economic incubator for the Saskatoon/Outlook regions thanks to an investment from the Government of Canada.
Minister Prentice Announces Support for Calgary’s Parks and Pools
The City of Calgary will revitalize Canmore Park and Rotary Park, as well as upgrade five outdoor swimming pools managed by the Calgary Outdoor Swimming Pool Association thanks to a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan. These projects will enhance Calgary’s recreational infrastructure, while stimulating economic activity.
Government of Canada Supports the Globalink Student Internship Program
Minister of State Lynne Yelich speaks with several Globalink student interns.
A $337,500 investment by the Government of Canada will support MITACS in expanding the successful ‘Globalink’ student internship program.
Vancouver Parks Score Big Thanks to Government of Canada Investments
Minister Yelich breaks ground at Fraserview Park, alongside Vancouver Deputy Mayor Ellen Woodsworth and Vancouver Park Board’s Aaron Jasper.
The City of Vancouver will undertake local park improvements thanks to $2 million in Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program funding, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Calgary’s Subway Soccer Centre
The Calgary Soccer Federation is moving forward with field upgrades at the Subway Soccer Centre thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Federal Government Supports Harbour Improvement and Expansion in Powell River
Today, John Weston, Member of Parliament for West Vancouver—Sunshine Coast—Sea to Country, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Member of State for Western Economic Diversification Canada, announced support to the Okeover Harbour Authority to redevelop the Okeover Inlet Small Craft Harbour.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in the Shipbuilding Sector in Port Alberni
James Lunney, Member of Parliament for Nanaimo – Alberni on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to help Alberni Engineering strengthen economic opportunities in Port Alberni.
Governments of Canada and Manitoba Invest in Manufacturing Excellence
Thanks to an investment by the Governments of Canada and Manitoba, the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters (CME), Manitoba Division will launch the Virtual Centre of Manufacturing Excellence to help Manitoba companies increase their competitiveness by integrating “lean” manufacturing principles and other advanced processes into operations.
Canada and Manitoba Invest in Tourism Promotion
An investment by the Governments of Canada and Manitoba will support a three-year international marketing and product development plan by Travel Manitoba aimed at rebuilding United States markets and meeting emerging opportunities elsewhere in the U.S. and in Europe for the province as a tourist destination.
Governments Invest in Manitoba’s Recreational Infrastructure
Three projects in southeast Manitoba are moving forward thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Government of Canada Supports Chemainus Fitness Circuit
The Chemainus Community Schools’ Association is celebrating the completion of a new outdoor fitness circuit path, thanks to the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program, a major job-creating investment from Canada’s Economic Action Plan.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Invests in Green Hydro Project for Canoe Creek
Dr. James Lunney, Member of Parliament for Nanaimo- Alberni on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support to the Canoe Creek Hydro Company to strengthen economic opportunities in the Clayoquot Sound area.
Governments of Canada and Saskatchewan Turn Sod on Water Treatment Project
Minister Gerry Ritz, MLA Tim McMillan and Mayor Chris Odishaw overlook construction of the water treatment plant.
Residents of the Town of Battleford gathered today to celebrate the start of construction for the Battleford reservoir and water treatment plant expansion. Representatives from all levels of government were in attendance.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan Creates Jobs and Growth in Westlock County
Brian Storseth, Member of Parliament for Westlock – St. Paul, on behalf of the Honourable Lynne Yelich, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced Government of Canada support for the Hazel Bluff Community Agricultural Society to construct a new community hall in Westlock County.
