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House Hansard - 297

44th Parl. 1st Sess.
April 10, 2024 02:00PM
Context: House Hansard - 297 - Apr/10/24
Ms. Joanne Thompson (St. John's East, Lib.)
  • Apr/10/24 2:54:05 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, tourism is one of the most important pillars of Atlantic Canada's economy. In my riding of St. John's East, the Bell Island Heritage Society's #2 Mine and Community Museum is a hidden gem. Recognized as a world-class destination, it is helping attract tourists to experience for themselves what our community has to offer. This, in turn, supports our local economy. Could the minister for ACOA tell us what efforts are being made to help our booming tourism sector grow even more, specifically in Atlantic Canada?
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Context: House Hansard - 297 - Apr/10/24
Hon. Gudie Hutchings (Minister of Rural Economic Development and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, Lib.)
  • Apr/10/24 2:54:40 p.m.
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Mr. Speaker, big things are happening on the east coast. In February, I was with the Minister of Tourism to announce the signing of the Atlantic Canada Agreement on Tourism. This $30-million agreement gives a major boost to more than 7,500 tourism businesses throughout Atlantic Canada. This support creates year-round opportunities, fuels innovative marketing, grows our indigenous product and brings more visitors to our beautiful corner of the world. With its breathtaking landscapes, delectable cuisine and renowned hospitality, our region has so much to offer, and we are pulling out all the stops. I ask members to put Atlantic Canada on their bucket lists this year.
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