International Trade Minister to visit Calgary to promote Canada’s innovative energy economy
News Release
June 13, 2017 – Ottawa, Ontario – Global Affairs Canada
The Government of Canada believes that all Canadians should benefit from trade and is working hard to expand trade and investment opportunities for Canadian businesses around the world, to support growth and create more good-paying jobs for Canada’s middle class.
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of International Trade, will be in Calgary, Alberta, on June 14, to attend the Global Petroleum Show (GPS). Participating in the Energy Leaders Forum, Minister Champagne will speak about the changing nature of the economy and highlight business opportunities and Canadian technologies that are at the forefront of global efforts to reduce emissions.
While at GPS, Minister Champagne will meet with regional business leaders and entrepreneurs representing a critical engine of the Canadian economy, the innovative energy sector. Minister Champagne will discuss what Canada’s progressive trade agenda means for the energy industry and how it will open more doors for Canadian businesses, workers and their families.
In Calgary, Minister Champagne will also meet with his Alberta provincial counterpart, the Honourable Deron Bilous, Minister of Economic Development and Trade.
Quotes
“Canada has a strong reputation for its world-class expertise in high-demand industries, such as energy and science and technology. Continued innovation in these fields will position Canada to lead the way in meeting the world’s energy needs, reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating well-paying middle-class jobs for a clean, robust and low-carbon economy.”
- François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of International Trade
Quick Facts
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Canada’s oil and gas and downstream industries are among our country’s largest employers, providing direct employment to 190,650 workers across the country in 2016.
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The three-day Global Petroleum Show (GPS) attracts more than 50,000 energy professionals from more than 90 countries.
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