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Cision Canada
9 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Minister Joly travels to France to support innovative Canadian industries
PARIS, /CNW/ - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, led Canada's presence at the 55th International Paris Air Show. Minister Joly showcased Canada's highly innovative aerospace sector and promoted the country as a top destination for global aerospace investment—at a time when Canada is seeking to help build trusted, reliable partnerships that support its companies and workers. Minister Joly met with CEOs of Canadian and global aerospace businesses as well as with key provincial partners, including François Legault, Premier of Quebec; Christine Fréchette, Quebec Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy; and the Honourable Victor Fedeli, Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. During the visit, Minister Joly underscored Canada's world-class aerospace sector, with its strong workforce and cutting-edge innovation, and highlighted that the government is committed to making major investments in the economy and supporting Canada's defence sector. These investments will generate jobs and opportunities throughout Canada's industrial base, strengthen domestic capabilities, and diversity Canada's international partnerships. She also advocated for workers across other Canadian industries, including steel and aluminum, which are well positioned to be better integrated into global aerospace supply chains. A highlight of the visit was LOT Polish Airlines' announcement of its intention to purchase up to 84 Canadian-built Airbus A220 aircraft, made in Mirabel, Quebec. This is a major win for Canadian workers. The deal will create many high-paying jobs and highlights Canada's desire for deeper industrial and commercial ties with Europe at a time when cooperation with reliable partners is more important than ever. Minister Joly welcomed France's announcement of its purchase of new GlobalEye aircraft from Saab, which uses Bombardier's Canadian-designed, -developed and -built Global 6500 platform. In addition, Minister Joly welcomed the announcement of $87.4 million for the latest projects from the Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT), a pan-Canadian, industry-led network focused on accelerating sustainable innovation in aviation. Prior to the Paris Air Show, Minister Joly represented Canada at VivaTech 2025, Europe's largest startup and tech event. Canada was Country of the Year at the event, and its participation was a celebration of our leadership in AI and new technologies that the world needs. Quotes "Canada is open for business. Our aerospace companies and workers help lead the world, and international partners want to invest. Canada is one of the few countries in the world that has everything needed to develop and manufacture modern aircraft. Building the strongest economy in the G7 means supporting our leading industries, forging new trade partnerships and showing Canadian leadership at home and around the world." – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions Quick facts Canada is one of the top suppliers of aircraft technology, and Canadian-made aerospace parts are used on almost every passenger aircraft in the world. The International Paris Air Show is a global showcase for the aerospace industry that attracts over 2,500 exhibitors from 48 countries. Associated links Stay connected Find more services and information on the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada website. SOURCE Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Cision Canada
4 days ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Statement - Minister Joly welcomes Airbus' sale of A220 aircraft to LOT Polish Airlines Français
PARIS, June 16, 2025 /CNW/ - Today, the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, issued a statement congratulating Airbus and LOT Polish Airlines on their sales agreement regarding A220 aircraft. "Global trade is more uncertain and the geopolitical landscape is shifting, but Canada is forging ahead to strengthen ties with trusted partners—and strengthening the strategic industries that will anchor our economic security for decades to come. "Today's announcement at the Paris Air Show about the sale of A220 aircraft to LOT Polish Airlines is great news for Canada and its aerospace workers. "This represents another in a long list of airlines adding the A220 to its fleet, a clear signal of international confidence in Canadian innovation and industrial strength. "The A220 is a made-in-Canada success story: designed and developed here, assembled in Mirabel, Quebec, and supported by a world-class Canadian supply chain and Canadian talent. "This is more than an aircraft sale. It's a testament to the strength of the Canada-Poland and Canada-EU relationship in an increasingly competitive global economy. "The order will help create and maintain thousands of high-paying jobs across the country and reinforce global recognition for a Canadian aircraft that's changing the game. "This is what we mean when we say the next era is about building in Canada—with Canada." Stay connected Find more services and information on the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada website.
Cision Canada
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
/R E P E A T -- Media advisory - Minister Joly to tour leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with members of the industry/ Français
OSHAWA, ON, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will visit a leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss a path forward for the industry. Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 9:30 am (ET) – Tour of facility 4:00 pm (ET) – Meeting with members of the industry Location: Oshawa, Ontario Minister Joly will not answer questions from the media during the tour, but members of the media are invited to take footage. Minister Joly will participate in a scrum and take questions from media prior to the meeting with members of the industry. Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at [email protected] to receive event location details and confirm their attendance. Stay connected Find more services and information on the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada website. SOURCE Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Canada Standard
22-05-2025
- Automotive
- Canada Standard
Minister Joly to tour leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with members of the industry
Canada News Centre 22 May 2025, 01:06 GMT+10 May 21, 2025 - Oshawa, Ontario The Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will visit a leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss a path forward for the industry. Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 9:30 am (ET) - Tour of facility 4:00 pm (ET) - Meeting with members of the industry Location: Oshawa, Ontario Minister Joly will not answer questions from the media during the tour, but members of the media are invited to take footage. Minister Joly will participate in a scrum and take questions from media prior to the meeting with members of the industry. Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at media@ to receive event location details and confirm their attendance.
Cision Canada
21-05-2025
- Automotive
- Cision Canada
Media advisory - Minister Joly to tour leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with members of the industry
OSHAWA, ON, May 21, 2025 /CNW/ - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, will visit a leading automotive testing and research facility and meet with representatives of the automotive sector to discuss a path forward for the industry. Date: Thursday, May 22, 2025 Time: 9:30 am (ET) – Tour of facility 4:00 pm (ET) – Meeting with members of the industry Location: Oshawa, Ontario Minister Joly will not answer questions from the media during the tour, but members of the media are invited to take footage. Minister Joly will participate in a scrum and take questions from media prior to the meeting with members of the industry. Members of the media are asked to contact ISED Media Relations at [email protected] to receive event location details and confirm their attendance.
