Newfoundland and Labrador’s space and defence sectors set for lift-off with significant investment
Media advisory
St. Lawrence, Newfoundland and Labrador · August 25, 2026 · Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA)
The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, will make a significant announcement that will benefit the space and defence sectors in Newfoundland and Labrador.
Minister Fraser will be joined by the Honourable Lin Paddock, Minister of Jobs, Growth and Rural Development.
Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. (local time)
Location:
NordSpace Atlantic Spaceport Complex
SLC-02: Lighthouse Road
St. Lawrence, NL
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Contacts
Jeanne Joannie Fogue Mgamgne
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency
joannie.fogue@justice.gc.ca