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Governments recommend new chair to oversee future renewal of the Forks and North Portage sites

| Prairies Economic Development Canada | news releases

The three shareholders of the Forks North Portage Partnership (FNPP) — the governments of Canada, Manitoba and Winnipeg — recently completed the final stages of the selection process in recommending Rennie Zegalski to become the new chairperson to lead the partnership’s board of directors, for a three-year term.


The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister Responsible for PrairiesCan, today issued the following statement following Royal Assent of Bill C-235.

| Prairies Economic Development Canada | statements

Bill C-235 received Royal Assent today on December 15th, 2022. With the Building a Green Prairie Economy Act, the federal government will be empowered to develop a framework for local cooperation and engagement in the implementation of federal programs across various sectors to build a sustainable Prairie economy that pollutes less, respects our environment and that leaves no one behind. Its passage as a private member’s bill is the direct result of the passion, leadership and dedication of the late Honourable Jim Carr, Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, and reflects his vision for serving Canadians living in the Prairies, unlocking their full potential.


Regional Quantum Initiative Opens for Applications from the Prairie Provinces

| Prairies Economic Development Canada | news releases

Quantum technology is at the leading edge of science and innovation, and will have a transformative impact on many sectors of the economy. To ensure Canadian entrepreneurs are well-positioned to take advantage of these opportunities, the Government of Canada is making strategic investments to grow quantum-ready technologies, companies and talent; and to solidify Canada’s global leadership in this area.


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2017-05-26