A new federal economic development agency will be opening in 麻豆AV.
Minister of International Development Harjit S. Sajjan announced the official opening of new PacifiCan offices in 麻豆AV and Cranbrook at a press conference on Nov. 16.
PacifiCan is the Government of Canada鈥檚 new economic development agency dedicated to British Columbia. It works to promote growth and diversification in B.C.鈥檚 economy by enhancing innovation, improving business competitiveness, and promoting inclusive growth.
麻豆AV Mayor Tom Dyas said that the opportunity will benefit 麻豆AV business by creating a hub for local businesses.
鈥淚t gives them a centre to come to and someone to talk to to be able to navigate through grant programs and things along those lines.鈥�
At a launch event for the new service, Sajjan also announced over $6.3 million in PacifiCan funding for four businesses in the Southern Interior. This includes over $3.6 million for Pela, a 麻豆AV-based company reducing plastic waste from consumer products.
Sajjan said that he hopes that the opportunities that PacifiCan brings to 麻豆AV will attract international business to the area.
Jacqueline.Gelineau@kelownacapnews.com
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