Recently, Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, announced Chan tier
Davie of Lévis, Quebec, will be the third strategic part ner
under the National Shipbuilding Strategy (NSS). The agree-
ment between the federal government and Chan tier Davie
thus marks the beginning of negotiations for contracts that
will support Canada's future shipbuilding needs while also
creating good jobs. Construction proj ects will include six
program icebreakers and one polar icebreaker for the Cana-
dian Coast Guard. These ships will play an essential role in
the growth of Canada's economy, supporting year-round marine
trade, and will serve as es sential platforms for search and rescue
and environmen tal response operations.
Canadians rely on the Canadian Coast Guard and the Roy al Ca-
nadian Navy to keep waters safe at home and abroad while also
responding to emergencies, protecting the envi ronment, and
supporting the flow of Canada's economy. This is exactly why
the Government of Canada is working hard to renew our federal
fleets and revitalize the shipbuilding and marine industry across
the country.
The agreement with Chantier Davie is consistent with the re-
cently released Budget 2023—A Made-in-Canada Plan: Strong
Middle Class, Affordable Economy, Healthy Future. This budget
has a strong focus on building a made-in-Canada clean economy
in a free and stable democracy while supporting Canadian work-
ers and manufacturers.
This announcement is an important step in the government's
ongoing efforts to ensure Canada has the modern and reliable
ships it needs. It also ensures opportunities for workers and
businesses in Canada's marine industry while simultaneously
ensuring the members of the Canadian Coast Guard and the
Royal Canadian Navy can continue to carry out their important
work in the years to come.
Davie becomes third strategic partner under Canada's
National Shipbuilding strategy – Coast Guard and Navy fleet
renewal supports good middle-class jobs in Quebec
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status/1643792023093227522?s=20
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