QSA's Week in Aviation (#7, 2024)
Government invests in Quebec aerospace; CBSA adjusts border hours; Fire services reinstated at Wabush Airport.
Start Date: 2024-11-16
End Date: 2024-11-22
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Government of Canada Invests in Mirabel Aeronautics
The Government of Canada announced a $7.6 million repayable contribution to Avianor in Mirabel, Quebec, through the Canada Economic Development for Quebec Regions. This funding will support the construction of a new hangar for maintaining A220 aircraft, increasing Avianor's production capacity. This investment aims to enhance the aerospace sector's competitiveness and sustain regional employment. The project is part of the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative, which has a national budget of $250 million over three years.
Sources: ['Announcements: www.canada.ca']