The Government of Newfoundland and Labrador is hosting an international economic mission, including 27 Heads of Mission from around the world. The economic mission, which provides the province with the opportunity to showcase its economic potential and vast resources to the international delegation, started yesterday (November 4, 2024) and will run until November 7.

Delegates will attend a number of sessions with presentations from leaders in industry, academia and government, as well as site visits to the Marine Institute’s The Launch, Genesis, C-Core, Newfoundland National War Memorial, The Rooms, Quidi Vidi Village Artisan Studio, Port of Argentia, and Vale Long Harbour Processing Plant.

The purpose of this economic mission is to provide participants with an opportunity to experience Newfoundland and Labrador’s unique culture, gain an in-depth understanding of the province’s contributions to the Canadian economy, and explore opportunities for international collaboration and partnership. Discussions will focus on energy and natural resources, ocean technology and research ecosystem, climate change, internationalization and academic partnerships, as well as business and innovation.

A list of jurisdictions represented can be found in the backgrounder below.

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“Newfoundland and Labrador has been gaining a reputation around the world as a leader in areas such as innovation, technology, research, energy and culture. By bringing world leaders here, they can see first-hand all that we have to offer and make the necessary connections to start relationships that will yield economic growth for the province.”
Honourable Dr. Andrew Furey
Premier of Newfoundland and Labrador

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Heads of Mission