Gaspésie’s Thriving Business Network Boosts Regional Economic Vitality

Saturday, January 11, 2025

The Gaspésie region is home to a vibrant and resilient network of businesses and organizations whose innovative approaches are strengthening the local economy. Across various sectors, these entities have identified numerous growth opportunities that are crucial to maintaining the region’s vitality.

In support of these efforts, the Honourable Diane Lebouthillier today revealed a total of $10.1 million in financial assistance from Canada Economic Development (CED) for 11 promising projects in Gaspésie.

The recipients of these funds include Bioparc de la Gaspésie inc., Merinov, AEM Canada Group Inc., Cusimer (1991) inc., Les Bateliers de Percé inc., Accès Microcrédit Gaspésie-Îles‍-‍de-la‍-‍Madeleine, Parc régional Petite-Cascapédia, Le Regroupement des pêcheurs professionnels du sud de la Gaspésie inc., Village en chanson de Petite‍-‍Vallée, La Martre Development Corporation, and Gestion Michel Dugas inc.

This announcement, made on behalf of the Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED, marks a significant investment in Gaspésie’s future. The funds will aid in the growth of businesses, enhance tourism experiences, and support regional development by facilitating equipment acquisition, fostering innovation, and promoting new attractions. A detailed backgrounder with more information on each project is available.

The Government of Canada is committed to supporting businesses and organizations that serve as pillars in their communities. Quebec’s economic development is closely tied to organizations deeply rooted in the local economy, which play a crucial role in building a sustainable and inclusive future.

“The support announced today attests to our willingness and our renewed commitment to Gaspésie businesses and organizations. I am delighted that CED is leveraging these promising projects for the future to the benefit of our community. I am confident that their success will contribute significantly to the development and growth of our beautiful region, as well as foster a stronger, more resilient, greener economy for all.” The Honourable Diane Lebouthillier, Member of Parliament for Gaspésie‒Les Îles‍-‍de-la‍-‍Madeleine and Minister of Fisheries, Oceans and the Canadian Coast Guard

“Our government is committed to supporting organizations into the economy of tomorrow by helping them to seize business and development opportunities. This is what we are doing today by assisting these 11 Gaspésie organizations so they can implement promising projects that will benefit the region. By driving growth, we are making it possible to strengthen the regional economy through innovation and the diversification of activities.” The Honourable Soraya Martinez Ferrada, Member of Parliament for Hochelaga, Minister of Tourism and Minister responsible for CED

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