Although the ten Prince Edward Island companies have been finalized for the Team Canada Atlantic trade mission to New York, more Island businesses are being offered the opportunity to partake in the mission's investment promotion activities. The Honourable Gerry Byrne, Minister of State for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) and the Honourable Pat Binns, Premier of Prince Edward Island, announced today that Associate Participants are now being accepted for the upcoming trade mission (May 21-23, 2002).
Associate Participants can attend numerous trade mission events such as the "Taste of Atlantic Canada" reception; the Team Canada Atlantic forum; breakfast with the Atlantic Premiers and Minister Byrne; and a luncheon co-sponsored by the Canadian Society of New York. Matchmaking services with New York-based businesses are also available on a fee-for-service basis.
"Interest in the Team Canada Atlantic Trade mission has been overwhelming," said Minister Byrne. "By offering this additional opportunity to network with members of the United States and Canadian business communities as Associate Participants, we're expanding our team and increasing our potential investment and trade advantages."
"The New York market holds so much promise for our province and the Associate Participant program gives more members of PEI's export community a chance to explore their business opportunities in this region," said Premier Binns.
In addition, agri-food companies have the option of showcasing their products at the Taste of Atlantic Canada reception that will be attended by representatives of the foodservice and retail industry of New York.
For more details on the New York trade mission's Associate Participant program, contact Valerie Bruce at PEI Business Development at 368-6311.
The Team Canada Atlantic Mission to New York City is a cooperative effort between ACOA, the four Atlantic Provinces, the Department of Foreign Affairs and International Trade, Industry Canada and the Canadian Manufacturers and Exporters.
Additional information on Team Canada Atlantic's trade mission to New York City can be found at www.teamcanadaatlantic.com.