July 15, 2015 – Kelowna, British Columbia – Western Economic Diversification Canada
Today, the Honourable Michelle Rempel, Minister of State for Western Economic Diversification, announced an investment of $1,800,000, to support FPInnovations in delivering the Aboriginal Forest Sector Technical Support Program in British Columbia and Alberta.
The program will develop new and existing Aboriginal-owned forestry sector businesses, with industry specialists providing technical experience and advice tailored to businesses in various stages of development. The investment, provided through the Western Diversification Program, will allow FPInnovations to deliver educational workshops in Aboriginal communities and create marketing materials to encourage participation in the program.
It is anticipated that this project will create economic opportunities in communities across British Columbia and Alberta, and will encourage future trade and investment opportunities.
Nicholas Insley
Office of the Minister
Western Economic Diversification
Telephone: 613-954-1042
Email: nicholas.insley@wd-deo.gc.ca
Ben Stanford
Regional Communications Manager
Western Economic Diversification Canada
Telephone: 604-666-3395
Email: ben.stanford@wd-deo.gc.ca
Terry Knee
Director of Communications
FPInnovations
Telephone: 604-222-5665
Email: terry.knee@fpinnovations.ca
WD Toll-Free Number: 1-888-338-WEST (9378)
Teletypewriter (TTY): 1-877-303-3388
Website: WD is online at www.wd-deo.gc.ca.
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