Sep 5, 2021 | International
Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, announced $3.6 million in federal funding that will better protect the banks against coastal erosion of the Cap-aux-Meules cliff sector located in the municipality of Îles-de-la-Madeleine, in Quebec.
Îles-de-la-Madeleine, Quebec, August 13, 2021—The Government of Canada continues to invest in public infrastructure to protect communities and infrastructure from shoreline erosion caused by extreme weather conditions.
Today, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, announced $3.6 million in federal funding that will better protect the shorelines against coastal erosion of the Cap-aux-Meules cliff sector located in the municipality of Îles-de-la-Madeleine, in Quebec.
The works include, among other things, the resurfacing of the cliff as well as the installation of a beach recharge. In addition to increasing the resilience of residents of the Cap-aux-Meules sector to the effects of climate change, this project aims to prevent serious disasters that could be caused by coastal erosion, rock collapses, subsidence and cliff collapses.
The Government of Canada will invest $ 3.6 million in this project from the Green Infrastructure stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. The federal government has yet to meet its obligation to consult with the Mi’gmaq Nation. Quebec and the Municipality of Îles-de-la-Madeleine are also investing in this project and their contributions will be revealed at a later date.
“I am delighted to announce today a federal contribution of $3.6 million for the protection of shorelines in the municipality of Îles-de-la-Madeleine. Thanks to this project, the community of the Cap-aux-Meules sector will be better equipped to deal with extreme weather events, which will increase the safety of its residents and its infrastructure while further protecting our precious natural heritage. The Investing in Canada Plan invests in thousands of projects, creates jobs across the country, and builds cleaner, more inclusive communities.”
The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Minister of National Revenue, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
Emelyana Titarenko
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Infrastructure and Communities
873-355-9576
Emelyana.Titarenko@infc.gc.ca
Aug 5, 2021 | International
Today, the official name was announced for the Ottawa Public Library – Library and Archives Canada Joint Facility: Ādisōke.
At an event today, the official name was announced for the Ottawa Public Library – Library and Archives Canada Joint Facility. On behalf of the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation, Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation gave the name Ādisōke for the facility. On hand to honour the name of the new facility were Mayor Jim Watson, the Honourable Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage, the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Member of Parliament for Ottawa Centre, and Councillor Matthew Luloff, Chair of the Ottawa Public Library Board.
The site for the joint facility is located on the unceded, traditional territory of the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation, who have lived in the area since time immemorial. Elders and members of the Host Nation have been important partners in influencing the design of the facility and the selection of the name Ādisōke.
Ādisōke is an Anishinābemowin word that refers to the telling of stories. Storytelling is the traditional means by which Indigenous peoples share knowledge, culture and history over generations. Ādisōke is a meaningful and fitting name for the joint facility, as storytelling represents the coming together of knowledge, history, discovery, culture, creativity, collaboration, and connections. Ādisōke also evokes what is at the heart of the partner institutions: Library and Archives Canada as a keeper of Canadian and Indigenous stories, and Ottawa Public Library’s use of stories to build community and transform lives by inspiring learning, sparking curiosity, and connecting people.
Ādisōke is a strong statement reflecting the depth and sincerity of the partner institutions’ appreciation for the ongoing engagement with Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation. The City of Ottawa, Library and Archives Canada, and Ottawa Public Library will continue to work collaboratively with the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation and other First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals and organizations from across the country in the spirit of relationship building, active listening, decolonization and reconciliation.
As collaboration with the Host Nation continues, other rooms in Ādisōke will be given Anishinābe Algonquin names, such as the Children’s Discovery Centre, the Outdoor Gathering Circle, and a Wigwam-inspired Circular Lodge and its adjacent exterior terrace. The Project Team will also continue to engage with the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation and other First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals and organizations to inform the programs and services that will be offered in Ādisōke.
To learn more about the name story of Ādisōke, please visit adisoke.ca.
Background
Set to open its doors in late 2024, with an official opening in 2025, Ādisōke will become a landmark destination built on the shared values of the partner institutions. The facility, designed by Diamond Schmitt, in joint venture with Ottawa partner, KWC architects will deliver a rich customer experience through Ottawa Public Library’s Central Library and Library and Archives Canada’s public services, exhibitions and events, which showcases Indigenous stories and histories, as well as Canadian heritage. The joint programming and services will make this a truly unique offering in Canada. It will be a modern, iconic facility that will respond to rapidly developing technology, growing customer expectations and changing demographics.
Since 2019, the OPL-LAC Joint Facility Project Team has worked in partnership with the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation via the work of Elders and members of Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation to develop a unique and creative facility that is welcoming to all.
“Pimishka means ‘to travel by canoe’ in the Anishinābemowin (Algonquin language). Since time immemorial, the Anishinābe Algonquin people have travelled by canoe and carried out storytelling. Ādisōke refers to relating stories – this is part of the Anishinābe way of life.”
– Anita Tenasco, Director of Education, Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg
“Pijashig kakina. Welcome everyone. Welcome to our beautiful, collective space to share stories. Ādisōke speaks to telling stories, tales and fables. Let’s open our ears, our minds and hearts to all stories respectfully now and in the future.”
– Della Meness, Manager of Education, Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation
“We are honoured to receive the name Ādisōke for the new Ottawa Public Library – Library and Archives Canada Joint Facility. Storytelling is at the heart of our communities. The name Ādisōke is a meaningful reflection on the importance of coming together to share our stories and learn from one another. We thank the Elders and members of Kitigan Zibi Anishinābeg and the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation for this special name.”
– Mayor Jim Watson, City of Ottawa
“This building is unique in so many ways: it’s the result of an unprecedented partnership between municipal and federal governments, it has an amazing location in downtown Ottawa, it’s a net-zero carbon facility that will contribute to a greener Canada and now it has an Indigenous name, Ādisōke, to reflect its identity.
– The Hon. Steven Guilbeault, Minister of Canadian Heritage
“As the Minister of Public Services and Procurement, it was an honour to have signed the official document that gives the name Ādisōke to this important new facility. Ādisōke is the first Indigenous name to be given to a federal building and it reflects the Government of Canada’s commitment to engagement and reconciliation with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples.”
– The Hon. Anita Anand, Minister of Public Services and Procurement
“Partnering and engaging with local Indigenous communities helped shape the unique design of the Ottawa Public Library–Library and Archives Canada Joint Facility, which was inspired by their histories, cultures and traditional Indigenous knowledge. Giving the building an Indigenous name, Ādisōke, is an important step to advancing reconciliation and understanding.”
– The Hon. Catherine McKenna, Member of Parliament, Ottawa Centre
“Today is an exciting day for Ottawa Public Library as we and our partners at Library and Archives Canada welcome the name Ādisōke for the joint facility. This name will add to creating a welcoming facility for First Nations, Inuit and Métis, focusing on relationship building, active listening, reconciliation and decolonization. We look forward to continuing to work with the Anishinābe Algonquin Nation and other First Nations, Inuit and Métis individuals and organizations from across the country as we develop programming and services for the new facility. With today’s announcement, we are one step closer to welcoming Indigenous peoples, Ottawa residents, Canadians, and visitors from around the world to Ādisōke!”
– Councillor Matthew Luloff, Chair of the Ottawa Public Library Board
Jul 13, 2021 | International
The Government of Quebec confirms a $30-million loan for Taiga Motors, while the Government of Canada plans to grant a loan of up to $10 million to the business. These financial contributions will support Taiga Motors’ project to industrialize the manufacture of personal watercraft, snowmobiles, electric motorization systems and battery packs. This initiative valued at $125.17 million will lead to the creation, by the end of 2023, of at least 370 well-paying jobs in Montréal and Shawinigan.
Shawinigan, Quebec, July 12, 2021 — The Government of Quebec confirms a $30-million loan for Taiga Motors, while the Government of Canada plans to grant a loan of up to $10 million to the business. These financial contributions will support Taiga Motors’ project to industrialize the manufacture of personal watercraft, snowmobiles, electric motorization systems and battery packs. This initiative valued at $125.17 million will lead to the creation, by the end of 2023, of at least 370 well-paying jobs in Montréal and Shawinigan.
The Member of Parliament for Saint-Maurice–Champlain and Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, on behalf of the Member of Parliament for Ahuntsic-Cartierville, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions (CED), the Honourable Mélanie Joly, along with the Minister of Finance and Minister of Economy and Innovation, Eric Girard, made the announcement today accompanied by the Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity and Minister Responsible for the Mauricie Region, Jean Boulet, and the Member for Laviolette–Saint-Maurice and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Forests, Wildlife and Parks (forests), Marie-Louise Tardif.
Taiga Motors’ overall project involves, among other things:
building an assembly plant for snowmobiles, personal watercraft, electric powertrains, and battery packs in Shawinigan, in the Mauricie region; and
developing new advanced technologies for electric powertrains and an electric off-road vehicle platform at its Montréal‑based technical centre. However, this component is not covered by the financial assistance granted today by the Government of Quebec.
The $30-million loan from the Government of Quebec, which includes up to $6 million that may be forgiven, is being granted through the Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation’s ESSOR program. For its part, the Government of Canada intends to grant up to $10 million in financial support through CED to Taiga Motors over two years. This funding is conditional on the signing of a contribution agreement between the two parties.
Quotes
“Our government is supporting the country’s businesses as they become global leaders in the manufacture of green vehicles, creating dependable jobs. Taiga Motors’ arrival in the Mauricie region is a key part of our efforts to enable the region to participate fully in the economic recovery by showcasing local talent. Our government will continue to support businesses so they can participate in efforts to build a clean-growth economy, including by investing in the manufacture of carbon‑neutral vehicles.”
The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Member of Parliament for Saint‑Maurice‑Champlain and Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry
“Innovation is at the core of our government’s priorities, and we proudly support projects such as the one by Taiga Motors, which will contribute a cleaner environment. By driving a new 100%‑electric sector of activity in Quebec, the project is fully in line with our recovery plan for a sustainable, green, and innovative economy. Taiga Motors’ values also align with our priorities around electrifying transportation, the fight against climate change and structural regional economic development. By leveraging this innovative project in Shawinigan, we are also investing in the well-being of future generations.”
The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Member of Parliament for Ahuntsic‒Cartierville, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CED
“Taiga Motors has the potential to become a major player in the thriving off-road electric vehicle market. This project aligns with our willingness to invest in this manufacturing sector to create a comprehensive electric transportation industry, a niche market with high growth potential supporting a greener, more prosperous, and more sustainable economy. It is through these kinds of initiatives that Quebec stands out thanks to its creativity and spirit of innovation.”
Eric Girard, Minister of Finance and Minister of Economy and Innovation
“The trend towards electric vehicles is growing fast right around the world. Taiga Motors, which specializes in recreational vehicles, has everything it needs to position itself at an advantage on this market. By building a new plant in the Mauricie region, the business will be able to benefit from a stimulating business environment and a qualified workforce to pursue its growth.”
Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity and Minister Responsible for the Mauricie Region
“Taiga Motors has been a source of pride in the Mauricie region since it was created in 2015, at the Centre d’entrepreneuriat Alphonse-Desjardins Shawinigan. This cutting-edge business is now moving into high gear with this ambitious project. Establishing its new plant in Shawinigan will enable our region to further develop its expertise in electric transportation and give a substantial boost to the Mauricie economy in this time of recovery.”
Marie-Louise Tardif, Member for Laviolette–Saint-Maurice and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Forests, Wildlife and Parks (forests)
“The confirmed funding for Taiga Motors and the decision to locate in Shawinigan are of great benefit to the city and its electric transportation strategy. The business will be a leader in producing electric vehicles for motorized sports. This niche market comes in addition to the market for electric vehicle charging stations, which is already established in our region, and all the related businesses in our area. This future plant is a dream facility that all Quebec and Canadian cities would want to have themselves. Above all, it aligns with a 21st-century economy focused on environmental issues and the future.”
Michel Angers, Mayor of Shawinigan
Quick facts
Taiga Motors was founded in 2015 to design, manufacture and commercialize fully electric recreational vehicles. It currently employees approximately 100 people.
Since it was launched, the business has developed three electric snowmobile models and two electric personal watercraft models, including the powertrain, battery, and smart connectivity. Taiga Motors holds the intellectual property for several strategic elements of these components.
The ESSOR program, managed by Investissement Québec on behalf of the Government of Quebec, aims to support investment projects in Quebec with the aim of boosting competitiveness and productivity, creating jobs and fostering sustainable development.
CED is a key federal partner in Quebec’s regional economic development. With its 12 regional business offices, CED accompanies businesses, supporting organizations and all regions across Quebec into tomorrow’s economy.
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Sources
Catherine Mounier-Desrochers
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages
catherine.mounier-desrochers@canada.ca
Fanny Beaudry-Campeau
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Finance
Tél. : 418 643-5270
Maude Méthot-Faniel
Press Secretary
Office of the Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity and Minister Responsible for the Mauricie Region
Tel.: 438-526-8750
Hugo Lemay
Riding Office for the Member for Laviolette–Saint-Maurice and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Forests, Wildlife and Parks (forests)
Tel.: 819-539-7292
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Head of Media Relations
Communications Branch
Ministère de l’Économie et de l’Innovation
Tel.: 418-691-5698, ext. 4868
Cell: 418-559-0710
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Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions
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