Parliamentary Secretary Mike Lake Celebrates Space Innovation with Industry Leaders in Quebec City

QUÉBEC CITY, QUÉBEC--(Marketwired - Jan. 22, 2014) - Industry Canada

The Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry, Mike Lake, today met with space industry representatives at the National Optics Institute's innovation and entrepreneurship day, marking the organization's 25th anniversary. Mr. Lake addressed delegates and toured the Institute's facilities.

Canada is a global leader in advanced research and space technology development. Our government recognizes Canada's contribution to innovative space technologies, and we are committed to supporting space exploration, commercialization and development.

Quick facts

- In 2012, the Canadian space sector generated total revenues of $3.327 billion.

- Canada's space industry employs some 8,000 highly skilled men and women.

- Over the last five years, total revenues generated by the Canadian space sector increased by 19 percent or $533 million.

- On December 2, 2013, Industry Minister James Moore announced the Government of Canada's response to the space-related recommendations made following the Review of Aerospace and Space Programs and Policies led by the Honourable David Emerson.

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"Canada's space industry has a proud history and plays an important role in creating jobs and economic growth. Our government recognizes the National Optics Institute's significant contribution to space innovation and entrepreneurship, and we are committed to building a strong, competitive and innovative space industry for the benefit of all Canadians."

- Mike Lake, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry

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- Link to event: http://www.quebecinternational.ca/calendrier-d-activites/2014/01/journee-innovation-et-entrepreneuriat-de-l-ino/ (in French)

- Prime Minister Stephen Harper celebrates the 25th anniversary of the National Optics Institute: http://www.pm.gc.ca/eng/news/2013/09/30/pm-celebrates-25th-anniversary-national-optics-institute

Associated link

• Canadian Space Agency: http://www.asc-csa.gc.ca/eng/

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