A Canada-EU Trade Agreement Will Boost Atlantic Canada’s Economy
Minister Ed Fast (second from left) examines french fries during a tour of the Cavendish Farms plant in New Annan, P.E.I., on Thursday, September 15, 2011. With him are Cavendish Farms President Robert Irving (left); Cavendish Farms technicians Paula Alyward and Kim Campbell; and Parliamentary Secretary Keddy (far right).
September 15, 2011
Minister Fast traveled to Halifax on September 14 and to Charlottetown on September 15 for round-table discussions with local business leaders and to tour local plants to meet with workers.
During his visit, Minister Fast discussed the Government of Canada’s ambitious trade plan and the benefits of broadening and expanding access to global markets, such as the European Union.
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- Businesses that Succeed Abroad Create Jobs and Prosperity at Home - September 15, 2011
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- Minister Fast Says EU Trade Deal Would Benefit P.E.I. Workers and Their Families - September 15, 2011
- Minister Fast Says a Canada-EU Agreement Will Boost Atlantic Canada’s Economy - September 14, 2011
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- International Trade Minister Fast to Discuss Canada’s Trade Plan with PEI Growers, Producers and Exporters - September 14, 2011
- International Trade Minister Fast to Discuss Canada’s Trade Agenda with Nova Scotia Exporters - September 13, 2011
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- Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) Negotiations
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