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France 24
4 hours ago
- Business
- France 24
Paris Air Show: Canada seeks stronger ties with EU
11:57 Canada makes its move at the Paris Air show. With its US alliance under pressure, Ottawa wants to deepen its relationship with Europe. FRANCE 24's Charles Pellegrin speaks to Canadian Industry Minister Mélanie Joly and Mark Masluch from Bombardier Défense about what this shift could mean for domestic players and the EU.
Cision Canada
21 hours ago
- Business
- Cision Canada
Minister Joly travels to France to support innovative Canadian industries
PARIS, /CNW/ - The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions, led Canada's presence at the 55th International Paris Air Show. Minister Joly showcased Canada's highly innovative aerospace sector and promoted the country as a top destination for global aerospace investment—at a time when Canada is seeking to help build trusted, reliable partnerships that support its companies and workers. Minister Joly met with CEOs of Canadian and global aerospace businesses as well as with key provincial partners, including François Legault, Premier of Quebec; Christine Fréchette, Quebec Minister of Economy, Innovation and Energy; and the Honourable Victor Fedeli, Ontario Minister of Economic Development, Job Creation and Trade. During the visit, Minister Joly underscored Canada's world-class aerospace sector, with its strong workforce and cutting-edge innovation, and highlighted that the government is committed to making major investments in the economy and supporting Canada's defence sector. These investments will generate jobs and opportunities throughout Canada's industrial base, strengthen domestic capabilities, and diversity Canada's international partnerships. She also advocated for workers across other Canadian industries, including steel and aluminum, which are well positioned to be better integrated into global aerospace supply chains. A highlight of the visit was LOT Polish Airlines' announcement of its intention to purchase up to 84 Canadian-built Airbus A220 aircraft, made in Mirabel, Quebec. This is a major win for Canadian workers. The deal will create many high-paying jobs and highlights Canada's desire for deeper industrial and commercial ties with Europe at a time when cooperation with reliable partners is more important than ever. Minister Joly welcomed France's announcement of its purchase of new GlobalEye aircraft from Saab, which uses Bombardier's Canadian-designed, -developed and -built Global 6500 platform. In addition, Minister Joly welcomed the announcement of $87.4 million for the latest projects from the Initiative for Sustainable Aviation Technology (INSAT), a pan-Canadian, industry-led network focused on accelerating sustainable innovation in aviation. Prior to the Paris Air Show, Minister Joly represented Canada at VivaTech 2025, Europe's largest startup and tech event. Canada was Country of the Year at the event, and its participation was a celebration of our leadership in AI and new technologies that the world needs. Quotes "Canada is open for business. Our aerospace companies and workers help lead the world, and international partners want to invest. Canada is one of the few countries in the world that has everything needed to develop and manufacture modern aircraft. Building the strongest economy in the G7 means supporting our leading industries, forging new trade partnerships and showing Canadian leadership at home and around the world." – The Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Industry and Minister responsible for Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions Quick facts Canada is one of the top suppliers of aircraft technology, and Canadian-made aerospace parts are used on almost every passenger aircraft in the world. The International Paris Air Show is a global showcase for the aerospace industry that attracts over 2,500 exhibitors from 48 countries. Associated links Stay connected Find more services and information on the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada website. SOURCE Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada
Hamilton Spectator
a day ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Joly promises quick decision on help for steel, aluminum industries rocked by tariffs
OTTAWA - Industry Minister Mélanie Joly said Thursday U.S. tariffs have left Canada's steel and aluminum industries in a state of emergency and promised the federal government will 'take a decision very quickly' on how it can help. Joly said she was in contact with CEOs in both sectors Thursday morning and over the weekend. 'We know that the Canadian steel and aluminum workers are very anxious and they want us to come up with a solution really, really quickly,' she said. Her comments came as the heads of the Canadian Steel Producers Association and the United Steelworkers were visiting Parliament Hill and calling for urgent action from the federal government. The groups were set to hold a press conference later on Thursday afternoon. Prime Minister Mark Carney is also scheduled to hold a press conference Thursday, along with Joly, U.S.-Canada Relations Minister Dominic LeBlanc and Finance Minister François-Philippe Champagne. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on all steel and aluminum imports in March. On June 3, Trump doubled the tariffs to 50 per cent — a move that industry analysts say threatens to cripple Canada's steel industry. The United Steelworkers Union, which represents 225,000 members in Canada, said in a press release that the 50 per cent tariff would completely shut Canada out of the U.S. market. It said Canada should end exemptions that allow U.S. steel to enter Canada without tariffs. The union called on Ottawa to strengthen domestic demand in the longer term and to impose targeted countermeasures to protect the Canadian market from offshore steel. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025.
Yahoo
a day ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Joly promises quick decision on help for steel, aluminum industries rocked by tariffs
OTTAWA — Industry Minister Mélanie Joly says Canada's steel and aluminum industries are in a state of emergency due to U.S. tariffs and the federal government will "take a decision very quickly" on how it can help. Joly says she was in contact with CEOs in both sectors this morning and she understands workers are anxious. Her comments come as the heads of the Canadian Steel Producers Association and the United Steel Workers are visiting Parliament Hill. The groups are set to hold a press conference later this afternoon. U.S. President Donald Trump imposed a 25 per cent tariff on all steel and aluminum imports back in March. On June 3, Trump doubled the tariffs to 50 per cent in a move that industry analysts say threatens to cripple Canada's steel industry. This report by The Canadian Press was first published June 19, 2025. The Canadian Press Sign in to access your portfolio
Hamilton Spectator
3 days ago
- Business
- Hamilton Spectator
Industry minister declines to share details on Canada's part in Golden Dome project
In a callback from Paris, Industry Minister Mélanie Joly told reporters that she won't 'negotiate in public' about whether Canada will join Trump's Golden Dome project . She also declined to discuss any possible extra countertariffs against American imports in response to Trump doubling tariffs on Canadian steel and aluminum. Calling the American tariffs 'not only illegal and unjustified,' but 'outrageous,' Joly reiterated comments yesterday that Canada is striving for 'free trade in the real sense of the term' — in other words, to get rid of the tariffs — as it strives for a deal with Trump within the next 30 days.
