Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) participated in the grand opening of the Allan and District Swimming Pool. Speeches, a ribbon cutting, and of course swimming were part of the grand opening celebration. The government invested $489,166 for this project through the Recreational Infrastructure Canada (RInC) program. The Government of Saskatchewan … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) provided opening remarks at the 2012 Abbotsford Aerospace and Defence Expo and met with key western Canadian aerospace, defence and marine stakeholders, reaffirming the government's commitment to these sectors and their importance to the Canadian economy. Western Economic Diversification Canada provided $75,000 to support the … Read more
On behalf of Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK), Public Safety Minister Vic Toews (Provencher, MB) and Minister of State (Transport) Steven Fletcher (Charleswood-St. James-Assiniboia, MB) announced the government's support to further develop CentrePort Canada, Manitoba's inland port. The government's investment of $2.3 million enables CentrePort Canada Inc. to implement its … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) addressed delegates at Western Canada's Defence and Security Symposium (WESTDEF) and further promoted western Canadian capabilities in the aerospace, defence and security sectors. The symposium hosts various business-to-business sessions that are expected to facilitate new connections between local defence contractors and major manufacturers in the … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) announced the launch of the new Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund in the West. Community facilities, such as local arenas, community centres, and sports fields, are now eligible for repairs and upgrades through the fund. Western Economic Diversification Canada is delivering the fund in Western Canada … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) announced federal support for Initiatives Prince George, demonstrating the government's commitment to strengthening trade and investment in Northern British Columbia. Thanks to more than $418,000 in federal funding, and with help from local partners, Initiatives Prince George will deliver a three-year trade and investment program. The … Read more
Regina residents gathered to celebrate I Love Regina Day with children's activities and live entertainment at Victoria Park and the new Regina City Square plaza. On behalf of Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK), Conservative MP Ray Boughen (Palliser, SK) cut the ribbon to mark the grand opening of the plaza. … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) announced a government investment in the Canadian Environmental Test and Research Center Inc. (EnviroTREC) to purchase specialized equipment to improve and expand aerospace testing in Manitoba. The investment of more than $5 million allows EnviroTREC to develop the technologies and skills needed to evaluate and … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) met with municipal leaders attending the Federation of Canadian Municipalities conference to highlight the new Community Infrastructure Improvement Fund announced in Economic Action Plan 2012. The government is building on recent actions to modernize Canada's public infrastructure by committing $150 million over two years for … Read more
Minister of State (Western Economic Diversification) Lynne Yelich (Blackstrap, SK) announced federal funding to support Mitacs' efforts in strengthening the knowledge based economy, supporting business growth and international competitiveness in Western Canada during her keynote address at the Mitacs inaugural Globalink Symposium. The $8.75 million federal investment is expected to help over 900 students complete … Read more
