The following is a news release from the Atlantica Centre for Energy
Saint John: The Atlantic Centre for Energy is pleased to release the attached discussion paper that aims to analyze the impacts that the project is apt to have throughout the Atlantic Region and beyond. The paper provides an overview of the project and its enabling transmission infrastructure. The paper describes individual jurisdictional impacts for Novas Scotia, Newfoundland and the extended region.
Various ancillary issues are also introduced within the document, including matters related to the future development of wind energy, transmission cost sharing, North American reliability standards and regional system operation matters.
“Overall the Atlantica Centre for Energy sees the Lower Churchill Development as a game changer for the region. The project and its infrastructure has the potential to enable further investments in the energy sector. The supporting transmission provides the potential for the region to optimize all of its regional energy generation assets and further the development of renewable wind energy balanced with further hydroelectric power. It is also true that various transmission cost related matters will need to be negotiated by the various regional players based on the principle of who benefits and who should pay,” stated Atlantica Centre for Energy President John Herron.
The Centre hopes that paper will serve as an instrument of information as a baseline document for the broader policy community as it considers matters related to this exciting regional project.
Wednesday, June 29, 2011
National Procurement Strategy – Support Investment in Atlantic Canada
How Can You Support Investment in Atlantic Canada?
Dear Member,
There's a competition happening right now in Canada. Its called the National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy, and it will decide which of four Canadian shipyards will earn the work to build the next generation of Canadian naval vessels. The economic impact of this project cannot be overstated: it's huge.
This is a merit based contest and we want Canadians and decision makers in Ottawa to understand three important points:
1. That Nova Scotia and the Atlantic provinces are built to build ships. Irving Shipbuilders have built more than 80% of the surface combat surface fleet. No other yard is better suited to win this bid. We are truly Canada's best shipyard.
2. That if Irving Shipbuilding wins this bid, all of Canada will benefit more than if any other Shipyard were to win. New Brunswick companies will benefit directly through the supply chain.
3. That Canada’s next generation of naval ships should be built by the best Canadian-owned shipyard in Canada – Irving Shipbuilding.
The Saint John Board of Trade has already voiced its support of Irving Shipbuilding’s bid! To view a copy of the news release click here.
Help us spread the word and put Nova Scotia & Atlantic Canada shipbuilding on the map, by visiting http://www.canadianshipsstarthere.ca/ and take action.
Email your contacts - family, friends, co-workers, networks, databases you control - and ask them to do the same.
Share on social media and any websites you control.
Declare your support for the best Canadian ships built by the best: Irving Shipbuilding.
Regards,
Imelda Gilman
President
Saint John Board of Trade
Dear Member,
There's a competition happening right now in Canada. Its called the National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy, and it will decide which of four Canadian shipyards will earn the work to build the next generation of Canadian naval vessels. The economic impact of this project cannot be overstated: it's huge.
This is a merit based contest and we want Canadians and decision makers in Ottawa to understand three important points:
1. That Nova Scotia and the Atlantic provinces are built to build ships. Irving Shipbuilders have built more than 80% of the surface combat surface fleet. No other yard is better suited to win this bid. We are truly Canada's best shipyard.
2. That if Irving Shipbuilding wins this bid, all of Canada will benefit more than if any other Shipyard were to win. New Brunswick companies will benefit directly through the supply chain.
3. That Canada’s next generation of naval ships should be built by the best Canadian-owned shipyard in Canada – Irving Shipbuilding.
The Saint John Board of Trade has already voiced its support of Irving Shipbuilding’s bid! To view a copy of the news release click here.
Help us spread the word and put Nova Scotia & Atlantic Canada shipbuilding on the map, by visiting http://www.canadianshipsstarthere.ca/ and take action.
Email your contacts - family, friends, co-workers, networks, databases you control - and ask them to do the same.
Share on social media and any websites you control.
Declare your support for the best Canadian ships built by the best: Irving Shipbuilding.
Regards,
Imelda Gilman
President
Saint John Board of Trade
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
Saint John Board of Trade supports Irving Shipbuilding’s bid for National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy contract
The following is a news release from the Saint John Board of Trade.
The Saint John Board of Trade supports Irving Shipbuilding’s bid for one of the two National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy contracts, which would see the Canadian economy grow by an estimated $1.5 billion in peak years, and potentially create 11,500 jobs in Nova Scotia and 4,500 jobs outside the province. As one of only five shipyards across the country on the short-list of potential bidders and the only shipyard in Atlantic Canada on the short-list, the Saint John Board of Trade supports the bid that will see a long-term contract given to the Halifax Shipyard. The long-term contracts being offered by the Government of Canada will enable the successful shipyards to undertake long term strategic planning and provide certainty and stability to the companies included in their supply chains.
Irving Shipbuilding, the Halifax shipyard, and the region have a proven record of expertise in building naval ships. Irving Shipbuilding alone has built over two dozen government vessels, and numerous commercial and off-shore vessels. “Their ability to offer shipbuilding, fabrication, conversion and repair facilities, and a strong supply chain that stretches throughout the Atlantic Provinces makes them a strong contender for one of the two available large vessel contracts” commented John Warrington, Chairman of the Saint John Board of Trade.
“The Irving companies have a proven record in the Maritimes of using the local supply chain. I fully believe companies across the Atlantic Provinces will benefit from a contract awarded to the Halifax Shipyard” Mr. Warrington continued. “We’re a community on the East Coast – we want to see everyone rise together and realize that what’s good for one will be good for all. Our Chambers of Commerce work together, our Governments work together, and naturally our businesses work together.”
In 2009 and 2010, Irving Shipbuilding worked with 115 New Brunswick suppliers, more than thirty of those suppliers had contracts worth over $100,000, and eight at more than $1 million. For every $1,000 in real GDP generated from shipbuilding inside Nova Scotia by this contract, another $491 is expected be spent in other regions across Canada, $20 of which will be spent in the other Atlantic Canadian provinces. “This is a multi-billion dollar, long-term project which will strengthen many companies in our region” Mr. Warrington mentioned.
The Saint John Board of Trade supports Irving Shipbuilding’s bid for one of the two National Shipbuilding Procurement Strategy contracts, which would see the Canadian economy grow by an estimated $1.5 billion in peak years, and potentially create 11,500 jobs in Nova Scotia and 4,500 jobs outside the province. As one of only five shipyards across the country on the short-list of potential bidders and the only shipyard in Atlantic Canada on the short-list, the Saint John Board of Trade supports the bid that will see a long-term contract given to the Halifax Shipyard. The long-term contracts being offered by the Government of Canada will enable the successful shipyards to undertake long term strategic planning and provide certainty and stability to the companies included in their supply chains.
Irving Shipbuilding, the Halifax shipyard, and the region have a proven record of expertise in building naval ships. Irving Shipbuilding alone has built over two dozen government vessels, and numerous commercial and off-shore vessels. “Their ability to offer shipbuilding, fabrication, conversion and repair facilities, and a strong supply chain that stretches throughout the Atlantic Provinces makes them a strong contender for one of the two available large vessel contracts” commented John Warrington, Chairman of the Saint John Board of Trade.
“The Irving companies have a proven record in the Maritimes of using the local supply chain. I fully believe companies across the Atlantic Provinces will benefit from a contract awarded to the Halifax Shipyard” Mr. Warrington continued. “We’re a community on the East Coast – we want to see everyone rise together and realize that what’s good for one will be good for all. Our Chambers of Commerce work together, our Governments work together, and naturally our businesses work together.”
In 2009 and 2010, Irving Shipbuilding worked with 115 New Brunswick suppliers, more than thirty of those suppliers had contracts worth over $100,000, and eight at more than $1 million. For every $1,000 in real GDP generated from shipbuilding inside Nova Scotia by this contract, another $491 is expected be spent in other regions across Canada, $20 of which will be spent in the other Atlantic Canadian provinces. “This is a multi-billion dollar, long-term project which will strengthen many companies in our region” Mr. Warrington mentioned.
Wednesday, June 8, 2011
Road advisory / Harbour Bridge lane closures
The Department of Transportation advises that the Saint John Harbour Bridge eastbound right lane and Chesley Drive exit ramp will be closed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. today, Wednesday, June 8.
The eastbound left side lane will be closed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on June 10 and 11.
The Chesley Drive exit ramp will be closed from 9 a.m. on June 11 until late September 2011.
The Westbound lanes and the Chelsey Drive on ramp will be closed from 8 a.m. on June 11 for about three weeks.
These temporary measures are in place due to the work of the second phase of renovation of the bridge.Drivers are reminded to exercise caution while these temporary measures are in place.
To view the original news release click here.
The eastbound left side lane will be closed between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. on June 10 and 11.
The Chesley Drive exit ramp will be closed from 9 a.m. on June 11 until late September 2011.
The Westbound lanes and the Chelsey Drive on ramp will be closed from 8 a.m. on June 11 for about three weeks.
These temporary measures are in place due to the work of the second phase of renovation of the bridge.Drivers are reminded to exercise caution while these temporary measures are in place.
To view the original news release click here.
Department of Transportation Harbour Bridge Update
Phase 2 of work on Saint John Harbour Bridge begins this week
The second phase of the renovation of the Saint John Harbour Bridge will begin this week, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claude Williams announced today."
I am pleased to announce that the bridge contractor, Concreate USL, will begin work this week on Phase 2," Williams said. "Rather than push construction late into the fall/winter season when conditions could affect the quality of the work, we have reached an agreement with the company to extend the project completion into the following construction season."
Work this year will be on the Chesley Drive exit ramp and on the centre spans of the eastbound lanes. Remaining work on the eastbound lanes will be completed in 2012.
"The tender for the removal of the toll plaza will be out by the end of June and we expect work should start on taking it down by mid-July and be completed by the fall," Williams added.
The Saint John Harbour Bridge was taken over by the provincial government on April 1 and tolls were removed the same day. The Department of Transportation is now responsible for the bridge operation, maintenance and renovation.
To view the original news release click here.
The second phase of the renovation of the Saint John Harbour Bridge will begin this week, Transportation and Infrastructure Minister Claude Williams announced today."
I am pleased to announce that the bridge contractor, Concreate USL, will begin work this week on Phase 2," Williams said. "Rather than push construction late into the fall/winter season when conditions could affect the quality of the work, we have reached an agreement with the company to extend the project completion into the following construction season."
Work this year will be on the Chesley Drive exit ramp and on the centre spans of the eastbound lanes. Remaining work on the eastbound lanes will be completed in 2012.
"The tender for the removal of the toll plaza will be out by the end of June and we expect work should start on taking it down by mid-July and be completed by the fall," Williams added.
The Saint John Harbour Bridge was taken over by the provincial government on April 1 and tolls were removed the same day. The Department of Transportation is now responsible for the bridge operation, maintenance and renovation.
To view the original news release click here.
Tuesday, June 7, 2011
2011 Federal Budget
On June 6, 2011 the Honourable Jim Flaherty, Minister of Finance tabled the 2011 Federal Budget for the Government of Canada - the Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan—A Low-Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth.
“Implementing the Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan will preserve Canada’s advantage in the global economy; strengthen the financial security of Canadian workers, seniors and families; and provide the stability necessary to secure our recovery in an uncertain world,” said Minister Flaherty.
On March 22, 2011, the Government tabled Budget 2011, the Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan—A Low-Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth, in the House of Commons. However, that budget was not adopted prior to the dissolution of Parliament on March 26, 2011.
To view a copy of the Budget and the full news release click here.
“Implementing the Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan will preserve Canada’s advantage in the global economy; strengthen the financial security of Canadian workers, seniors and families; and provide the stability necessary to secure our recovery in an uncertain world,” said Minister Flaherty.
On March 22, 2011, the Government tabled Budget 2011, the Next Phase of Canada’s Economic Action Plan—A Low-Tax Plan for Jobs and Growth, in the House of Commons. However, that budget was not adopted prior to the dissolution of Parliament on March 26, 2011.
To view a copy of the Budget and the full news release click here.
Canadian Chamber of Commerce reaction to Federal Budget
No surprises budget good news for Canada’s employers
The measures announced in today’s federal budget will continue to support the economic recovery by helping Canadian businesses prosper, compete and create jobs.
“We are pleased that this budget reflects the one tabled in March,” said Canadian Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Perrin Beatty. “The government has endorsed our call for a plan to return to budget balance in the medium term by committing to eliminate the deficit by 2014-15 without raising taxes on businesses and families,” Beatty added. “This will secure the fiscal flexibility that is crucial to our long-term competitiveness and it is encouraging that the government continues to focus on strengthening the economy and creating jobs. That is what businesses and Canadians need now.”
While Canada’s economic performance has been better than that of other countries, the global outlook remains uncertain and a number of economic risks that could impede the recovery still persist. We cannot be complacent and risk economic peril if we do not address our lagging productivity. This fragile situation clearly points to the need for responsible fiscal management.
To view the full reaction click here.
The measures announced in today’s federal budget will continue to support the economic recovery by helping Canadian businesses prosper, compete and create jobs.
“We are pleased that this budget reflects the one tabled in March,” said Canadian Chamber of Commerce President and CEO Perrin Beatty. “The government has endorsed our call for a plan to return to budget balance in the medium term by committing to eliminate the deficit by 2014-15 without raising taxes on businesses and families,” Beatty added. “This will secure the fiscal flexibility that is crucial to our long-term competitiveness and it is encouraging that the government continues to focus on strengthening the economy and creating jobs. That is what businesses and Canadians need now.”
While Canada’s economic performance has been better than that of other countries, the global outlook remains uncertain and a number of economic risks that could impede the recovery still persist. We cannot be complacent and risk economic peril if we do not address our lagging productivity. This fragile situation clearly points to the need for responsible fiscal management.
To view the full reaction click here.
Friday, June 3, 2011
Commuter Challenge
June 5-11 2011 is National Environment Week. To help promote environmental initiatives, the Saint John Board of Trade along with the City of Saint John, Transport Canada, the Saint John Parking Commission, Saint John Transit, and the Sustainable Alberta Association (national supporter) are encouraging members to participate in the Commuter Challenge.
For more information or to register your workplace click here.
For more information or to register your workplace click here.
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