Government of Canada celebrates investments in world-class research and
development
SHAWINIGAN, QC,
"Our government supports research and development because it creates jobs, improves Canadians' quality of life and strengthens the economy for future generations," said Minister of State Goodyear. "The C3E is a world-class facility in Shawinigan that will support technology transfer and commercialization in the growing area of new energy technologies."
The C3E will unite critical partners to improve our environment while creating economic value. The centre will promote projects that advance the development of energy efficiency in buildings, industrial processes, communications and information technology, bio-industries and transportation. The C3E plans to implement over 140 energy technology projects and participate in the development of another 50 business services projects, for an estimated total value of
The Centres of Excellence for Commercialization and Research (CECR) program is a key commitment of Canada's Science and Technology Strategy, Mobilizing Science and Technology to Canada's Advantage, announced by Prime Minister
"The NCE program is proud to be a part of the government's vision for a more prosperous, advanced and competitive
The C3E received a federal contribution of
For further information: For further information: (media only), please contact: Gary Toft, Director of Communications, Office of the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), (613) 943-7599; Kelly Nolan, Communications Manager, Networks of Centres of Excellence, (613) 996-0390; Media Relations, Industry Canada, (613) 943-2502
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